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Europe Commits €50 Million to Build Quantum Computing Independence
Brussels, Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
The European Union has launched its most ambitious quantum technology initiative, approving €50 million in funding for the SUPREME consortium to industrialize superconducting quantum computing across Europe. This strategic investment, announced February 1, 2026, aims to reduce European dependence on non-EU quantum solutions while positioning the continent as a global leader in this revolutionary technology. The consortium brings together 23 partners from eight EU member states for a 3.5-year mission to develop scalable quantum fabrication processes and demonstrate a groundbreaking 200-qubit integrated module. The initiative represents Europe’s bold move toward technological sovereignty in quantum computing.
Netherlands Needs $10.2 Billion to Keep Quantum Technology Lead as Competition Intensifies
Netherlands, Saturday, 31 January 2026.
Former ASML CEO Peter Wennink warns that the Netherlands requires at least €9.4 billion investment to maintain its world-class quantum computing position amid fierce global competition.
ASML Delivers Record €32.7 Billion Revenue as Chip Equipment Giant Sees AI-Driven Growth Ahead
Veldhoven, Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
The Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer achieved unprecedented financial results, posting 16% revenue growth and €9.6 billion in net income for 2025. Most remarkably, ASML’s order backlog swelled to €38.8 billion, signaling extraordinary future demand for advanced chip-making equipment driven by artificial intelligence applications.