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Commerce Department Denies Equity Negotiations with Quantum Computing Firms

The Commerce Department has officially denied reports that the Trump administration is negotiating equity stakes in quantum computing companies. This contradicts earlier claims from sources familiar with the matter that suggested talks were underway with several quantum firms.

Government Denies Equity Negotiations with Quantum Companies

The U.S. Commerce Department has explicitly denied reports that the federal government is negotiating equity stakes in quantum computing companies, according to an official statement provided to CNBC. A department spokesperson confirmed that “The Commerce Department is not currently negotiating equity stakes with quantum computing companies,” directly contradicting earlier claims about potential government investment in the emerging technology sector.

by Bennett Laura
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Quantum Computing Stocks Rally Following JPMorgan’s $10B Strategic Tech Investment

JPMorgan Chase’s new $10 billion security and resiliency initiative has sparked significant gains across quantum computing stocks. Companies like Arqit Quantum, D-Wave Quantum, and Rigetti Computing saw double-digit percentage increases following the announcement. The investment targets critical technology sectors including quantum computing, defense, and advanced manufacturing.

Quantum computing stocks experienced substantial gains on Monday following JPMorgan Chase’s announcement of a major $10 billion investment initiative targeting strategic technologies. The banking giant revealed its Security and Resiliency Initiative, which specifically includes quantum computing among four key investment areas alongside supply chain and advanced manufacturing, defense and aerospace, and energy technology.

JPMorgan’s Strategic Technology Investment Breakdown

by Bennett Laura