Five years ago, Congress passed the National Quantum Initiative Act (NQIA). In the years since, research on quantum entanglement won the Nobel Prize in Physics and applications that once seemed impossible now appear to be within reach.
For those applications, global private investment in quantum startups has surged, reaching $2.35 billion in 2022. However, the U.S. government must strengthen its commitment to this crucial technology, broadening the investments from basic science to supporting technology and engineering.
With the NQIA due for reauthorization on Sept. 30, we urge Congress to prioritize this legislation.
While AI continues to capture headlines and national attention, the global race towards quantum technology continues apace, with applications in communication, computation and sensing that promise to revolutionize our world.
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