Trump Signs Executive Orders on Quantum Tech To Counter China
As China expands its quantum capabilities, US President Donald Trump has issued executive orders aimed at maintaining American leadership in the emerging technology that officials predict will become one of the most important strategic battlegrounds in the AI race.
Global Quantum Race Heats Up
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REPORTER:
The race for dominance in quantum computing is intensifying, as the US president issues new executive orders aimed at countering China.
Donald Trump (US PRESIDENT):
And today, I'm signing two very important executive orders on quantum technologies that will strengthen America's place as the world leader.
The orders call for an updated national quantum strategy and new investments in the technology over the next five years.
It comes as Beijing rapidly expands its own quantum capabilities. In a report to Congress, the Pentagon says China views quantum technology as critical to both future economic growth and military power.
US officials say breakthroughs in quantum computing could become one of the most important strategic battlegrounds in the years to come.
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Quantum Race Intensifies
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REPORTER:
The race for quantum computing is intensifying, as the US president issues a new executive order aimed at countering China in the field.
Donald Trump (US PRESIDENT):
And today, I'm signing two very important executive orders on quantum technologies that will strengthen America's place as the world leader.
The order calls for an updated national quantum strategy and new investments in technology over the next five years.
Washington increasingly sees quantum technology as a key area of competition with China.
It comes as Beijing rapidly expands its own quantum capabilities. In a report to Congress, the Pentagon says China views quantum technology as critical to both future economic growth and military power.
US officials warn that breakthroughs in quantum computing could become one of the most important strategic battlegrounds of the coming decades.
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