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Pentagon launches $350 million quantum computing initiative
Original: Pentagon unveils US$350 million quantum computing push as China rivalry grows
The Pentagon has announced a $350 million investment in quantum computing, underscoring the growing technological rivalry between the United States and China. The programme is aimed at advancing US capabilities in a field seen as critical to future military and economic power, as both nations race to dominate next-generation computing technology.
Why now: Quantum computing is viewed as a strategic technology in US-China competition, drawing attention to new defence spending in the area
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- Pentagon unveils US$350 million quantum computing push as China rivalry grows · South China Morning Post
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