SuperQ Quantum Partners with ArcTech Accelerate for Defence and Strategic Procurement Pathways in Canada

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Calgary, Canada and Ottawa, Canada – TheNewswire - August 28, 2025 - SuperQ Quantum Computing Inc. (“SuperQ Quantum”, “SuperQ”, or the “Company”) (CSE: QBTQ;Frankfurt: 25X; OTC: ATMGF) a global leader in quantum andsupercomputing, is pleased to announce that it has entered into astrategic partnership with ArcTech Accelerate , Ottawa’sleading consultancy for federal procurement acceleration andIndustrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) strategy.

The collaboration will be spearheaded by Daniel Martimbeault ,a senior advisor at ArcTech with over two decades of direct experiencein Canada’s defence and aerospace procurement ecosystem. Danielpreviously held leadership roles in the federal government covering Canadian ITB/offset policy,major platform acquisitions, and defence industrialstrategies . His insights into how large-scaleprocurements translate into opportunities for Canadian SMEs make himuniquely positioned to guide SuperQ’s entry into this strategicmarket.

This partnership positions SuperQ to integrate its quantum and supercomputingcapabilities and the Super™ platform into upcoming national defenceand government procurement programs , leveragingArcTech’s proven record of enabling Canadian innovators to wincontracts and placements under Canada’s ITB and Innovation SolutionsCanada (ISC) frameworks.

Since 2016, ArcTech has helped Canadian SMEs acrossaerospace, cybersecurity, clean technology, and advanced computingsecure over $100 million infunding and new revenue opportunities . Thefirm’s track record includes supporting companies in achieving successful bids under ISCprocurement programs and ITB-related industrial placements with globalprime contractors , creating pathways intomulti-billion-dollar government projects.

Muhammad Ali Khan, CEO and Board Chair of SuperQ,stated: “This agreement with ArcTech putsSuperQ in the strongest possible position to build traction inCanada’s most strategic markets. Defence, aerospace, andcybersecurity are increasingly recognizing quantum’smission-critical role. With ArcTech’s expertise and networks, wegain the credibility and access required to accelerate engagement withprime contractors and federal agencies. This is a major step inturning SuperQ into a trusted quantum partner for nationalprograms.”

ArcTech Accelerate, based in Ottawa, combines theexpertise of former senior military officers, civil servants,engineers and policy specialists. Its work has enabled multipleCanadian companies to cross the trust barrier with Tier-1 primes,sparking collaborations that have led to long-term supplier roles andfunded growth.

Tariq Abdellatief, Managing Director of ArcTechAccelerate, commented: “Quantum computing sitsat the heart of Canada’s future security and innovation strategy.SuperQ is exactly the kind of deep-tech Canadian company the ITBframework was designed to amplify. By aligning SuperQ with obligors,primes and federal programs, we will ensure Canada’s investment indefence translates into both sovereign capability and globalcompetitiveness.”

The partnership is expected to accelerate SuperQ’spath to defence-relatedcontracts, recurring government revenue streams, and long-termintegration into global supply chains , whilereinforcing its role as a Canadian leader in frontiertechnologies.

About ArcTech Accelerate

ArcTech Accelerate is an Ottawa-based accelerator andconsultancy dedicated to helping Canadian innovators access defenceand federal procurement markets. Since 2016, it has enabled clients tosecure more than $100 million in funding and contract opportunitiesacross aerospace, cybersecurity, environmental solutions, and advancedtechnology sectors. By leveraging Canada’s ITB Policy, InnovativeSolutions Canada, and defence Value Proposition frameworks,ArcTech’s team of former senior military officers, engineers, andgovernment procurement advisors, place SMEs within the supplier chainsof Tier-1 prime defence contractors and federal agencies.

Shares for Debt Settlement

The Company is also pleased to announce that it hasreached an agreement with a creditor to settle outstandingindebtedness of $165,375 through the issuance of 137,812 common sharesat a deemed price of $1.20 per share.  All securities issued will besubject to restrictions on resale for a period offour-months-and-one-day in accordance with applicable securitieslaws.

About SuperQ Quantum ComputingInc.

SuperQ Quantum Computing Inc. (CSE: QBTQ; Frankfurt:25X; OTC: ATMGF) is defining the next era of enterprisetransformation, emerging as the indispensable partner for globalorganizations seeking direct quantum and supercomputing ROI previouslybeyond reach. We are rapidly positioning ourselves as the trustedleader in quantum and supercomputing-powered problem-solving andoptimization.

Our flagship Super™ platform delivers 'TheChatGPT Moment of Quantum Computing,' making the most advancedcomputational power intuitive and accessible. We empower Fortune 500executives, leading research institutions, and critical governmentagencies to unlock immediate business impact across finance,healthcare, logistics, defense, and beyond, leveraging our proprietaryAI Autopilots to turn complex challenges into executive-ready resultswith one-click productization and deployment. SuperQ Quantum isheadquartered in Canada with a growing international presence,particularly in the US, Middle East and Asia, strategicallyestablishing Super Hubs in key regions.

For further informationcontact:

Dr. Muhammad Khan, CEO of SuperQ Quantum ComputingInc.

Email: makhan@superq.co

Telephone: +1 587 889 1918

www.superq.co

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