Google 'refuses' funding from Trump administration for Quantum Computing; here's why | TheBriefWire
Google 'refuses' funding from Trump administration for Quantum Computing; here's why
Published 11 June 2026 ยท tech
Google declined a $2 billion US government quantum computing grant, citing restrictive conditions that would hinder its rapid progress. Despite this, the tech giant advocates
Google declined a $2 billion US government quantum computing grant, citing restrictive conditions that would hinder its rapid progress. Despite this, the tech giant advocates for increased government investment in foundational research and global talent acquisition to maintain US competitiveness against China in this crucial field. Other companies, like PsiQuantum, have embraced such funding.
Published: June 11, 2026 โข 3:51 PM IST ยท Updated: June 11, 2026 โข 6:02 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Google declined a $2 billion US government quantum computing grant, citing restrictive conditions that would hinder its rapid progress.
Despite this, the tech giant advocates for increased government investment in foundational research and global talent acquisition to maintain US competitiveness against China in this crucial field.
Other companies, like PsiQuantum, have embraced such funding.