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Supply chain challenges loom large in quantum race, White House official says
A White House official identified supply chain fragmentation as a major obstacle in the quantum computing race, noting that the lack of a single hardware platform and the existence of multiple competing quantum modalities create intertwined yet distinct supply chains. The official acknowledged that insufficient commercial funding currently limits government's ability to strengthen all necessary supply chain segments. International experts added that quantum supply chains are inherently global with no single country dominating critical components like cryogenic equipment and specialized materials.
Why it matters: Technology leaders and procurement officers should monitor U.S. government quantum supply chain initiatives and assess dependencies on foreign suppliers, as these gaps may affect access to quantum capabilities and introduce strategic vulnerabilities.
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