# Quantum-Si Guides for 2026 Adjusted Operating Expenses of $87 Million or Less

By John Kim

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Published: 2026-11-07T20:36:19.000Z
Updated: 2026-11-07T20:36:19.000Z
Section: Business

> The company is targeting a second-quarter 2027 launch for Proteus. CEO Jeffrey Hawkins named launch preparation and cash preservation among its priorities for 2026.

Quantum-Si Incorporated is targeting a launch of Proteus in the second quarter of 2027 and expects adjusted operating expenses for 2026 to be $87 million or less.

CEO Jeffrey Hawkins described the plan as part of “our 3 corporate priorities for 2026,” which he said include Proteus readiness, launch preparation and cash preservation. He also said Quantum-Si believes it has “substantially addressed the instrument variability issues” identified earlier.