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QBN is the global industry network and consultancy for quantum technologies promoting commercialization and collaboration, shaping policies and driving industry adoption.
Founded in 2020, QBN, represents over 100 international members across the entire value chain, incl. world-leading startups, enterprises, RTOs, investors, and governmental organisations, developing and using quantum technologies, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum communication, and quantum cybersecurity.
QBN builds the industrial quantum powerhouse, driving national security, technological sovereignty, economic growth and a sustainable future.
QBN is the global industry network and consultancy for quantum technologies promoting commercialization and collaboration, shaping policies and driving industry adoption.
Founded in 2020, QBN, represents over 100 international members across the entire value chain, incl. world-leading startups, enterprises, RTOs, investors, and governmental organisations, developing and using quantum technologies, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum communication, and quantum cybersecurity.
QBN builds the industrial quantum powerhouse, driving national security, technological sovereignty, economic growth and a sustainable future.
QBN is the global industry network and consultancy for quantum technologies promoting commercialization and collaboration, shaping policies and driving industry adoption.
Founded in 2020, QBN, represents over 100 international members across the entire value chain, incl. world-leading startups, enterprises, RTOs, investors, and governmental organisations, developing and using quantum technologies, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, quantum communication, and quantum cybersecurity.
QBN builds the industrial quantum powerhouse, driving national security, technological sovereignty, economic growth and a sustainable future.
Quantum Technologies have the potential to transform various industries like healthcare, finance and materials science, and the way we live. By accelerating drug discovery, enhancing cybersecurity, and creating new materials, these technologies enable us to kick-start a new economic era.
Together we can drive the adoption of quantum technologies and turn quantum into a global industrial powerhouse paving the way for a healthy, united, sovereign and secure future.
Quantum Technologies have the potential to transform various industries like healthcare, finance and materials science, and the way we live. By accelerating drug discovery, enhancing cybersecurity, and creating new materials, these technologies enable us to kick-start a new economic era.
Together we can drive the adoption of quantum technologies and turn quantum into a global industrial powerhouse paving the way for a healthy, united, sovereign and secure future.
QBN gathers 100+ members from R&D to providers to industry end-users; corporates, SMEs and startups to RTOs and universities to government organizations and investors that are working in the field of quantum technologies including quantum computing, quantum communication and quantum sensing and their entire value chains.
QBN gathers 100+ members from R&D to providers to industry end-users; corporates, SMEs and startups to RTOs and universities to government organizations and investors that are working in the field of quantum technologies including quantum computing, quantum communication and quantum sensing and their entire value chains.
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On August 18, 2026, the Swedish Ministry of Education and Research (Regeringskansliet) officially published “Sveriges strategi för kvantteknikområdet” -Sweden’s official National Quantum Strategy. Setting an overarching policy, infrastructure, and commercial roadmap through 2036, the document establishes a national framework designed to bridge the gap between Sweden’s world-class academic research and commercial industrial deployment. Instead of launching isolated funding silos, the strategy prioritises systemic coordination across universities, government bodies, and industrial sectors. By leveraging existing research anchors, such as the Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology (WACQT) at Chalmers University, the initiative connects cutting-edge science with market readiness, defence capability, and European technological sovereignty. THE FIVE STRATEGIC PILLARS Research, Innovation, and Industrial Leadership Focuses on converting basic science into commercial scaling. The strategy improves open access to critical research infrastructure, cleanrooms, and testing facilities—such as MAX IV and the European Spallation Source (ESS)—while encouraging private investment to bridge the deep-tech “valley of death”. Workforce Development and Talent Attraction Addresses the global shortage of specialized quantum engineers through industrial PhD programs, targeted postdoctoral fellowships, and international recruitment frameworks alongside the Swedish Centre for Quantum Technology. National Ecosystem Coordination Establishes clear coordination mechanisms between research, startups, and established enterprises. By utilizing excellence clusters and innovation hubs, Sweden aims to lower adoption thresholds for industry end-users across automotive, telecommunications, healthcare, and defence. Quantum Cybersecurity and Research Security Directly addresses emerging national security threats. In line with EU guidelines targeting critical infrastructure transition by 2030, the strategy mandates post-quantum cryptography (PQC) readiness for public agencies and critical infrastructure. It also enforces research security, export controls, and foreign investment screening to safeguard sovereign intellectual property. International Alliances and Supply Chain Resilience Recognizes that single-nation quantum self-sufficiency is unfeasible. The roadmap emphasizes Nordic-Baltic working groups, active participation in the European Quantum Act and EuroQCI initiatives, and values-aligned transatlantic security partnerships. IMPACT ON THE EUROPEAN DEEP-TECH ECOSYSTEM Sweden’s strategy demonstrates a mature shift toward capability-led adoption. Rather than focusing solely on basic discovery, Sweden aligns its quantum ambitions with industrial applicability, critical infrastructure defence, and cross-border European cooperation. DOWNLOAD THE STRATEGY The official Swedish Government strategy document is available for direct download via our resource archive below.

Delft, Netherlands | 20–24 July 2026 Qubitrium is proud to announce its role as a co-organizer and academic co-director of the NATO STO Summer Training Programme 2026: Dual-Use Quantum Technologies (IST-TSI-244), an international initiative designed to educate the next generation of quantum professionals working at the intersection of science, security, and innovation. Organized in collaboration with the Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC), the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA), Delft University of Technology, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), and the NATO Science & Technology Organization (STO), the summer programme brought together graduate students, early-career researchers, industry experts, and policymakers from across NATO member and partner nations. Dr. Kadir Durak helped lead a comprehensive curriculum that addressed both the technological foundations and strategic implications of emerging quantum technologies. In addition, Qubitrium drove the hands-on technical core of the programme through a series of intensive experimental tracks. Led by Qubitrium experts Dr. Utku Tefek, Alper Özülker, Sander Van Haagen, Dr. Wardah Mahmood, Fatih Aslan and Muhammed Izcinar, these laboratory sessions provided participants with direct, practical experience in cutting-edge quantum hardware. The programme combined expert lectures, hands-on laboratory sessions, interactive workshops, and policy discussions to provide participants with a multidisciplinary understanding of quantum technologies in both civilian and defence contexts. Key topics included: Entanglement Distribution Quantum Internet Infrastructure Quantum Sensing (for civilian logistics and defence navigation) Building Resilient Quantum Supply Chains and Ecosystems Ethics, Governance, and Dual-Use Export Strategies The programme was designed to bridge research, industry, and public-sector perspectives while fostering international collaboration and responsible innovation in the rapidly evolving quantum landscape. The speaker lineup featured internationally recognized experts from academia, industry, and government, including representatives from NATO, IQC, DLR, Indra Group, SIPRI, evolutionQ, and other leading organizations in the global quantum ecosystem. Qubitrium’s involvement reflected its continued commitment to advancing quantum education, workforce development, and international cooperation. By contributing to initiatives such as the NATO STO Summer Training Programme, Qubitrium supported the development of a highly skilled quantum community capable of addressing both the opportunities and the security challenges presented by next-generation quantum technologies. Review the full program details here: https://natoquantumschool2026.cttc.es/ For more information, visit qubitrium.tech, email info@qubitrium.tech, or follow Qubitrium on LinkedIn. Media Inquiries : Ozgur Ozer (ozgur.ozer@qubitrium.tech)

INQUBATOR, Fraunhofer’s quantum computing consulting and testing center, offers businesses an practical and cost-effective access to quantum computing. Starting immediately, companies of all sizes can apply with their use cases to develop customized solutions in collaboration with Fraunhofer partners and test the potential of quantum algorithms. The application deadline is August 1, 2026. “Quantum computing is no longer just a thing of the future—but for many businesses, it still feels that way,” explains Dr. Walter Hahn, project leader at Fraunhofer IAF. “INQUBATOR bridges this gap: We provide businesses with practical access to real quantum computing and support their own use cases so that the technology can deliver tangible benefits where it is needed most—in practice.” Testing quantum computing without your own quantum computer Businesses are now invited to apply to this open call for use cases—no prior knowledge or proprietary hardware is required. The research partners involved in the initiative collaborate with participants using state-of-the-art quantum computers from various international manufacturers. This approach also facilitates direct comparisons of different hardware platforms for the end-to-end solutions developed. Participants benefit from the shared expertise of the Fraunhofer Institutes, receiving personalized consulting and jointly developing specific exploitation strategies for their respective applications. The submission phase ends on August 31, 2026. Afterward, at least four use cases will be selected for joint development over a period of approximately ten months. For each use case, an individual exploitation plan will be created. “Especially for companies that have not yet engaged with quantum computing, INQUBATOR offers an opportunity to bring their own challenges into focus and collaborate on solving complex problems efficiently in the long term,” emphasizes Dr. Walter Hahn. The main focus is on promising quantum algorithms that are tested on current systems and validated in economic contexts. About INQUBATOR Quantum computing has enormous potential, but entry into the field remains a significant hurdle for many businesses. INQUBATOR, Fraunhofer’s quantum computing consulting and testing center, addresses this challenge. As part of the project, the participating Fraunhofer Institutes (IAO, IAF, IPA, and ITWM) are working on four initial use cases in fields such as medicine, cybersecurity, insurance, and the automotive industry, developed alongside selected industry partners. In the next stage, the project aims to expand to include at least four additional use cases, thereby bringing in new industry partners. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) under grant number 13N17420. Hand in your use case here by August 31, 2026: https://www.fraunhofer-inqubator.de/en/use-cases/Ausschreibung.html

Die USA machen Ernst. Mit den am 22. Juni 2026 unterzeichneten Executive Orders (EOs) 14413 und 14412 treiben sie den Marktaufbau und die Post-Quanten-Migration mit enormer Geschwindigkeit voran. Quantentechnologien sind dort längst kein reines Forschungsthema mehr, sondern werden konsequent als strategische Infrastruktur und Frage der nationalen Sicherheit behandelt. In Europa drohen wir derweil, den Anschluss zu verlieren. Während wir uns in kleinteiliger Grundlagenförderung und bürokratischer Trägheit verlieren, gerät unser Ökosystem massiv unter Druck. Unser jüngstes QBN-Positionspapier zeichnet ein alarmierendes Bild direkt aus der industriellen Praxis: 60 % der europäischen Quantenunternehmen prüfen derzeit aktiv Finanzierungsoptionen außerhalb Europas. 43 % der Unternehmen hängen existenziell von außereuropäischen Komponenten ab. 70 % der Akteure sehen akute operative Risiken für ihr Geschäft am Standort. Wir stehen vor einer historischen Weichenstellung. Um eine schleichende Abwanderung unserer Schlüsselindustrien zu verhindern, fordert QBN einen radikalen Paradigmenwechsel im deutschen und europäischen Förder- und Beschaffungsmodell. Die 4 Kern-Handlungsfelder für den Standort 1. Tempo & Kapital: Agilität statt Bürokratie Lange, unvorhersehbare Entscheidungszyklen lähmen unsere Innovationskraft. Wir fordern die Einführung von schnellen 3-Monats-Förderentscheidungen für strategische Deep-Tech-Projekte sowie staatlich unterstützte Deeptech-Matching-Fonds, um privates Wachstumskapital zu mobilisieren. Anstelle von reinen Zuschüssen müssen unbürokratische Eigenkapitalbeteiligungen an etablierten Playern die Regel werden. 2. Marktlogik: Der Staat als Ankerkunde Das Gießkannenprinzip hilft uns nicht weiter. Es nützt dem Standort wenig, Dutzende Startups mit Kleinstbeträgen zu subventionieren, wenn am Ende keine echten Aufträge entstehen. Der Staat muss als Ankerkunde (Anchor Customer) auftreten. Wir brauchen beschleunigte öffentliche Ausschreibungen für reale Quantenhardware an HPC-Zentren und eine gezielte Einbindung des Dual-Use- und Verteidigungssektors. 3. Souveränität bei Hardware & Lieferketten Die extreme Abhängigkeit von außereuropäischen Komponenten macht uns anfällig für geopolitische Blockaden. Wenn europäische Lösungen preislich und zeitlich nicht wettbewerbsfähig sind, weichen Akteure auf Drittstaaten aus – wie die jüngste Entscheidung der Universität Malaga zeigt, einen chinesischen Quantencomputer zu installieren. Wir müssen europäische Lieferketten für Schlüsselkomponenten absichern, strenge Souveränitäts-Klauseln für geförderte IP einführen und konsequent technologieoffen bleiben. 4. Außenwirtschaft, Exportkontrolle & Flankierung vor Ort Quantentechnologie ist ein politischer Markt. Während andere Nationen ihre KMUs bei Auslandsmessen auf Botschaftsebene und durch hochkarätige diplomatische Empfänge unterstützen, kämpfen deutsche Unternehmen oft auf sich allein gestellt. Die Außenwirtschaftsförderung im Deep-Tech-Sektor muss zur Chefsache der Auslandsvertretungen werden. Zudem muss das BAFA in die Lage versetzt werden, transparente und fördernde Unterstützung bei Exportkontrollen zu leisten. Der unterschätzte Hebel: Die PQC-Migration Wir dürfen die Hardwarerivalität (EO 14411) nicht isoliert von der Post-Quanten-Migration (EO 14412) betrachten. Die PQC-Umstellung schafft überhaupt erst den Markt, den neue Hardwaretechnologien bedienen. Richtlinie vs. Budget: Das BSI setzt zwar richtige Fristen für 2030 und 2032, doch ohne gekoppelte, milliardenschwere Beschaffungsoffensiven des Staates entstehen keine Märkte. Wir brauchen dedizierte Sonderbudgets für den öffentlichen Sektor. Kryptographische Souveränität: Das BSI fordert zu Recht hybride Migrationspfade, während die USA auf reine PQC-Lösungen drängen. Wenn wir heimische Anbieter jetzt nicht durch staatliche Aufträge stärken, zwingt der US-Sog unsere Dienstleister zur Anpassung – und wir verlieren die Kontrolle über unsere Verschlüsselungsstandards. Partnerschaft auf Augenhöhe statt passiver Rolle QBN bekennt sich ausdrücklich zur transatlantischen Zusammenarbeit. Mit unseren strategischen Brückenköpfen bauen wir die notwendigen kommerziellen Kanäle zu unseren internationalen Partnern auf. Kooperation darf für Europa jedoch nicht bedeuten, sich passiv in fremde Lieferketten einzufügen oder ausländische Standards ungefiltert zu übernehmen. Wir müssen diese Partnerschaft aktiv, selbstbewusst und im Sinne unserer eigenen Interessen mitgestalten. Nur wenn wir internationale Zusammenarbeit und den Schutz europäischer IP konsequent zusammendenken, bleibt Europa ein souveräner Partner auf Augenhöhe – anstatt zum bloßen Talent-Inkubator und Technologie-Importeur zu werden. Das Impulspapier zum herunterladen:

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