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Kuan Yen Tan Joins Mission Grey as Head of Models

By: PRLog

September 15, 2025 at 11:02 AM EDT

IQM Quantum Computers Co-Founder Strengthens Mission Grey's Drive to Decode an Uncertain World

ARLINGTON, Va. - Sept. 15, 2025 - PRLog -- Mission Grey is proud to announce that Dr. Kuan Yen Tan has joined the company as Head of Models. In this advisory role, he will establish Mission Grey at the forefront of model innovation, turning global complexity and uncertainty into structured tools that businesses and governments can use with confidence.

Kuan holds a Ph.D. in experimental physics and has had an outstanding career at the intersection of science and technology. He began in academia, studying a range of quantum computing platforms and co-authoring more than 50 peer-reviewed papers. His scientific work has taken him to world-class laboratories across Australia, the United States, and Europe.

Before joining Mission Grey, Kuan co-founded IQM Quantum Computers, one of Europe's most prominent deeptech startups, where he served as the inaugural Chief Technology Officer. At IQM, he built the technology organization from the ground up, growing it into a 200-person team of engineers and scientists. Under his leadership, IQM achieved several major milestones, most notably delivering Finland's first commercial quantum computer in record time. In recognition of his achievements, Kuan was named CTO of the Year in 2023 by the Technology Industries of Finland.

Commenting on his new role, Kuan said:
"Mission Grey is tackling one of the most technically and scientifically challenging problems of our time, making sense of a world full of uncertainty. What excites me most is that this role isn't just intellectually demanding, it's deeply meaningful. We're creating the tools that help businesses, governments, and societies make better decisions in the face of complexity."

Mission Grey CEO Lauri Tähtinen added:
"Kuan's appointment marks a pivotal step in our mission. His experience in building frontier technology organizations, and his ability to turn scientific breakthroughs into practical systems, will be central to how Mission Grey builds the future of external intelligence. The models Kuan and our team will develop form the foundation for understanding the world better. By doing so, we are ultimately helping the people who rely on us to act with confidence."

Mission Grey (https://www.missiongrey.com/) is The External Intelligence Company. Its platform integrates diverse data sources, from politics and regulation to trade, climate, and security, and transforms them into actionable insights. Mission Grey enables organizations to seize new opportunities, stay resilient, and shape the agenda in a complex and uncertain world. The company operates globally with offices in the USA, France, Finland, and Singapore.

Contact
CEO Lauri Tähtinen
***@missiongrey.com

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