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France announces a €1.8 billion public-private quantum strategy

Jan 21, 2021

President Emmanuel Macron announces a five-year quantum strategy combining €1.8 billion in public and private investment, including about €1 billion from the French state. It supports quantum computing, communication, sensors and cryptography.

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France backs quantum technology as a national industrial priority, linking research funding with support for companies and training.

Emmanuel Macron · Government of France

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