U.S. Pours $300 Million into Three Quantum Computing Giants, Fortifying Quantum Industry Chain via Manufacturing Base
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Under the CHIPS Act, the U.S. Department of Commerce has earmarked $100 million each for three prominent quantum computing firms—D-Wave, Rigetti, and Quantinuum—while acquiring minority equity stakes in these companies. Concurrently, GlobalFoundries has clinched $375 million in funding specifically for quantum manufacturing endeavors. This article delves into the evolution of the U.S.'s 'equity-for-funding' strategy, tracing its path from a sweeping $2 billion investment across nine companies to the execution of definitive agreements. It scrutinizes the underlying motive of solidifying the quantum industry chain by asserting control over manufacturing processes and examines the potential ramifications for China's burgeoning quantum sector.