The Government's Quantum Gamble: What This Means for Innovation and Transparency The US government is taking equity stakes in nine quantum computing companies, including IBM and firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.
and a top Pentagon official. At first glance, this might seem like another chapter in Washington's efforts to boost American innovation. However, upon closer inspection, the implications are more complex.
A $2 billion investment is significant, especially given the connections of these companies to key figures in Washington. PsiQuantum received $100 million and has ties to 1789 Capital, a firm run by Donald Trump Jr.