The Subatomic Arms Race: Mutually Assured Development
06.May.2021 9:00 AM . 8 min read
While the first arms race took place at the atomic level, the next arms race may take place at an even smaller scale: the quantum level. The 20th century brought about groundbreaking discoveries of how particles act on very small scales, which have inspired many inventions, most of which have not been realized yet. Just like the nuclear revolution, the possible ramifications of the quantum revolution reach far beyond the spheres of academia and may become instrumental in security and warfare. For example, quantum computing has been the dream (and nightmare) of researchers, cybersecurity experts, and intelligence agencies alike, with the promise of processing speeds far above those of any existing computer and the ability to break traditional encryption methods. Strange quantum properties like “entanglement” could lead to the advancement of radar and compass technologies. While curr
Thune, Hassan Introduce Bills to Bolster the United States’ Leadership in Quantum Information Science
Thune, Hassan Introduce Bills to Bolster the United States’ Leadership in Quantum Information Science
WASHINGTON U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) recently introduced two bills that aim to better position the United States to be globally competitive in quantum information science (QIS). The Quantum Network Infrastructure and Workforce Development Act – led by Senator Thune – would strengthen national security by advancing U.S. capabilities in quantum networking and establishing a more comprehensive approach to workforce development. The Quantum for Universal Advancement in Nationwide Technology Use and Modernization (QUANTUM) for National Security Act of 2021 – led by Senator Hassan – wouldbolster the efforts of the Department of Defense (DoD) to engage in QIS by utilizing existing partnerships, scholarships, and research programs within the Do
Senators seek to boost military spending on quantum computing
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IBM s prototype quantum computer is on display at a 2018 trade show in Las Vegas. File Photo by James Atoa/UPI | License Photo
Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., is sponsoring legislation for more military spending on quantum computing. File Pool Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo
Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., is sponsoring legislation for more military spending on quantum computing. File Pool Photo by Michael Reynolds/UPI | License Photo
April 16 (UPI) Two senators are seeking to direct a chunk of this year s defense budget to quantum computing.
U.S. Sens. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., and John Thune, R-S.D., have sponsored legislation that would direct funding to the Pentagon to further development of quantum computers.
R&D focus of new Biden budget likely to provide increased funding for technologies including Hypersonics and Quantum
GlobalData 15 April 2021 (Last Updated April 15th, 2021 17:03)
At the beginning of March 2021, the Biden administration unveiled its top line defense budget for 2022, coming in at $753 billion; it constitutes an increase of 1.6% over the previous years and is sure to meet some opposition from both sides in Congress. Details on this budget are scant, but there are several areas in which the Biden administration has made clear they will be pursuing increased funding.
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At the beginning of March 2021, the Biden administration unveiled its top line defense budget for 2022, coming in at $753 billion; it constitutes an increase of 1.6% over the previous years and is sure to meet some opposition from both sides in Congress. Details on this budget are scant, but there are se