U.S. Energy Department launches $215 million quantum computing competition
The department says Quantum Genesis Q aims to speed development and deployment of the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computers suited to scientific work.
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The U.S. Energy Department announced the $215 million Quantum Genesis Q Competition on September 17, 2026. It says the goal is to accelerate development and deployment of the world's first fault-tolerant, scientifically relevant quantum computers. The department is inviting applicants to submit proposals.
U.S. Energy Department launches $215 million quantum computing competition
The department says Quantum Genesis Q aims to speed development and deployment of the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computers suited to scientific work.
