California Allocates $30 Million for Quantum, Fusion Research

2026-10-06

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation and allocated $30 million to bolster the state's quantum and deep-space research infrastructure. The initiative, Quantum California, aims to support university research, startup incubators, and hardware supply chains.

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California has allocated $30 million to support quantum and deep-space research infrastructure. This initiative, Quantum California, aims to bolster university research, startup incubators, and hardware supply chains.

Key facts

  • California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation allocating $30 million for quantum and deep-space research.
  • The initiative is named Quantum California and will support university research, startup incubators, and hardware supply chains.
  • Legislation includes bills for the commercialization of fusion energy and the integration of advanced nuclear technologies.
  • A proposed $7.5 billion bond measure is intended to further fund research initiatives.

Source: Quantum Computing Report

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