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Illinois, under Gov. Pritzker's leadership, is positioning itself as the quantum capital of the world with significant investments in quantum technology. This initiative aims to address complex problems through quantum computing.

State governments are exploring quantum technology as a new frontier for economic growth, driven by its potential impacts on jobs, economy, and society. With quantum computing poised to revolutionize industries from cybersecurity to medicine, states like Colorado and Illinois are pioneering efforts to harness this advanced technology for regional development.

As the quantum revolution looms on the horizon, the United States must act swiftly to secure its position at the forefront of this transformative technology. Congress should pass the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act to support research, secure supply chains, and promote the commercialization of quantum applications.

The UK government is set to enhance scrutiny on the export of cryogenic equipment essential for quantum computing, aiming to prevent potential military misuse and safeguard against economic vulnerabilities. This move could significantly impact cryogenics firms, central to quantum technology development.

PALO ALTO, Calif., BURNABY, B.C., --- December 26, 2023 -- D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services and the worlds first commercial supplier of quantum computers, commends U.S. policy makers for including a quantum pilot program focused on near-term quantum computing applications in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden on December 22, 2023.

Exploring strategic quantum initiatives led by governments.