Trump signs executive orders accelerating quantum computing innovation and post-quantum cybersecurity
Publish Date: 2026-06-22 17:36:00
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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed two executive orders Monday aimed at cementing U.S. leadership in quantum technologies, accelerating the development of powerful quantum computers and sensors while racing to protect the nation’s data from future quantum-powered cyberattacks.
The actions, Executive Order 14411 on ushering in the next frontier of quantum innovation and Executive Order 14409 on securing the nation against advanced cryptographic attacks, were signed at the White House as part of a broader push to maintain America’s technological edge against global competitors, particularly adversarial nations seeking to challenge U.S. supremacy in the field.
“The first Executive Order launches a national effort to produce a Quantum Computer capable of performing important scientific calculations, and to develop quantum-enabled sensors and networks in the next five years,” Trump said in remarks ahead of the signing. “The second order I’m signing directs federal agencies to transition to what is called Quantum cryptography […] for their computer systems by 2031 and to lead the way for the wider adoption of these extremely strong security standards.”
The quantum innovation order directs a whole-of-government approach to update the National Quantum Strategy, establish a national effort for a quantum computer powerful enough to enable scientific discovery, and prioritize quantum sensors and networks. It calls for plans from key agencies including Commerce, Energy, War, and NASA to advance commercialization, workforce development, and domestic supply chains while protecting sensitive technologies.
“With this Executive Order, and this coordinated effort, we will have scientifically-relevant […] Quantum Computing during this administration. The impacts of it will be tremendous,” Energy Secretary Chris Wright said.
The White House highlights Trump’s earlier role in signing the National Quantum Initiative Act in 2018 and…
