US President Donald Trump signed executive orders on Monday, directing the acceleration of high-performance quantum computer development for scientific research and the enhancement of government systems’ capacity to counter related cybersecurity threats, thereby solidifying America’s leadership in this critical technological competition.
Michael Kratsios, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, stated during a pre-release press call, “We believe this goal can be achieved by 2028,” referring to the deployment of a quantum computer with significant scientific research value.
Additionally, the executive order proposes to strengthen international cooperation, with a focus on advancing intellectual property protection and the security of the quantum industry supply chain. Kratsios stated that this move aims to safeguard key technologies and industrial chains from external disruptions. The relevant policy framework also requires federal agencies to formulate five-year deployment plans, accelerating the practical implementation of next-generation quantum technologies such as quantum sensors and quantum networks. Currently, technology giants and a large number of startups are competing to develop larger and more powerful quantum systems, with the ultimate goal of delivering quantum computers that can consistently outperform traditional computers. Despite the recent surge in the stock prices of many quantum computing concept stocks, skeptics point out that the industry still faces numerous technical challenges before it can fulfill its long-term promises. A senior White House official stated that the government aims to set a target of achieving a scientific-grade quantum computer by 2028, which could serve as a crucial stepping stone toward larger commercial quantum systems, laying the foundation for future quantum computers that perform practical tasks for enterprise clients.
