aiqbench analysis
A new global survey reveals that 90% of quantum companies rely on foreign suppliers, demonstrating that the industry's growth is fundamentally dependent on cross-border supply chains rather than national self-sufficiency. This interconnectedness challenges current geopolitical narratives and highlights the necessity for policies that maintain access to international markets and expertise. The findings underscore that even small firms operate within a complex web involving dozens of nations for both inputs and customers.
Korea Quantum Industry Association joins study of global links
A new international survey of 160 companies headquartered in 15 countries finds the quantum industry deeply dependent on cross-border supply chains, with 90% relying on foreign suppliers and 74% serving customers abroad. The study, undertaken by organizations including the Korea Quantum Industry Association (KQIA), maps where quantum companies source inputs, manufacture components, and reach customers.
A new international survey reveals that 90% of the 160 quantum companies surveyed rely on at least one foreign supplier, challenging expectations of national self-sufficiency in this emerging technology. The study, conducted by six quantum industry associations including the Korea Quantum Industry Association, mapped supply chains across 15 countries, finding a median of three supplier and three customer nations for even the smallest firms. “Quantum innovation does not stop at national borders, and neither do the supply chains that make it possible,” said Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive…
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