Quantum Computing Goes Mainstream: What 2 Executive Orders Mean for Investors

President Trump signed two executive orders on quantum computing on June 22, 2026, signaling major government commitment to the sector. The first order (QC-ADDS) aims to build a powerful quantum computer for a Department of Energy lab by 2028, while the second addresses post-quantum cryptography security threats. Combined with $2 billion in CHIPS Act funding announced last month, these policies create procurement pipelines and reduce friction for quantum companies. Recent breakthroughs from Quantinuum and IonQ demonstrate the science is advancing rapidly, supporting the ambitious 2028 timeline.