The US Department of Energy aims to develop a quantum computer capable of scientific breakthroughs by 2028. The Quantum Genesis Initiative will launch a competition to build a national quantum supercomputing facility.
The effort focuses on advancing quantum systems to aid research in chemistry, materials science, plasma physics and high-energy physics. Officials say recent gains in qubit reliability, error correction and AI support the timeline.
Darío Gil, Under Secretary for Science at the DOE, stated that building blocks already exist and no massive breakthrough is required. He noted that scaling from current devices will involve managing increased complexity in chips and systems.
Industry observers described the 2028 goal as ambitious yet feasible. Several companies have set similar targets, while the UK and China pursue longer timelines for large-scale systems.
The announcement follows two executive orders on quantum technology signed by President Donald Trump and a $2 billion investment from the Department of Commerce.
