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Pentagon Announces $350M For Quantum Computing
Conditional loan to PsiQuantum would help build out its Milpitas, California, facility.
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Oct 12, 2026 at 8:05 PM UTC · 1 min read
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Pentagon Announces $350M For Quantum Computing
Garrett Reim October 12, 2026The U.S. Defense Department announced $350 million in funding for quantum computing development efforts, including DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI). The funding is the latest effort by the Pentagon to bolster the U.S. quantum computing industry. “Winning the race for quantum leadership...
Garrett Reim
Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.
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