HoloMem, pioneers in next-gen cold data storage, and QStar Technologies Inc, a global leader in archive management software, have announced a strategic alliance. Together, they aim to develop joint solutions for the growing global archive storage market, offering innovations that blend advanced software with revolutionary storage hardware.

QStar’s Four-Decade Legacy in Archiving

With 40 years of experience, QStar has remained at the forefront of data archiving. Its software has supported every major archive technology over the years—from CD Recordable and Magneto Optical discs to LTO tape systems and cloud-based storage. QStar serves diverse industries, including AI/HPC, media & entertainment, video surveillance, healthcare, space agencies, and government organizations.

Its software acts as the front-end interface between users and various archive technologies like S3, SMB, and NFS, running seamlessly on both Windows and Linux systems.

HoloMem’s Breakthrough in Holographic Storage

HoloMem is reshaping the future of cold storage through its HoloDrive, the world’s first commercially viable holographic storage solution. Using high-density, infinitely readable holograms embedded in polymer materials, HoloDrive offers unmatched durability—lasting over 50 years without requiring energy for storage or environmental controls.

The storage potential is massive. HoloDrive cartridges are expected to reach capacities of up to 200TB, surpassing the latest LTO tape technologies.

Seamless Integration for Legacy Systems

The partnership aims to merge QStar’s robust software—Archive Manager (single server) and Global ArchiveSpace (multi-server)—with HoloMem’s cutting-edge drives and media. Thanks to HoloDrive’s backwards compatibility and plug-and-play design, customers can begin testing the integrated solution in real-world environments with minimal disruption to existing infrastructure.

This makes it ideal for organizations looking to upgrade without overhauling current systems.

Shared Vision for Data Preservation and Innovation

Both companies bring deep industry credibility. QStar is a founding partner of the Active Archive Alliance, while HoloMem is a supporting member of the Digital Preservation Coalition and an active participant in SNIA (Storage Networking Industry Association), which promotes best practices in data storage and infrastructure.

Leaders Speak on the Future of Storage

Charlie Gale, co-founder and CEO of HoloMem, emphasized the urgent need for innovation:

“Today’s technology can’t cope with the world’s exponential data creation. Our holographic data storage is built to future-proof the industry. We’re excited to partner with QStar to bring this infinitely readable, low-cost, low-energy solution to life.”

Riccardo Finotti, CEO and President of QStar Technologies, echoed the enthusiasm:

“Modern businesses face massive storage demands, especially with AI and machine learning driving data creation. HoloMem’s technology is the step-change we needed. This partnership allows us to deliver powerful solutions without dismantling existing architectures.”

Together, HoloMem and QStar Technologies are setting a new benchmark in archive management. Their collaboration promises scalable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective cold storage solutions—ready for today’s challenges and tomorrow’s growth.