Trump signs orders to boost quantum research, security (opens in new tab)

Two two executive orders on Monday aim to hasten the arrival of useful quantum computers while protecting U.S. systems from them. “Innovation and security have to be balanced,” National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross said during the White House signing ceremony on Monday. As expected, the orders address different aspects of the burgeoning quantum information sciences and technology landscape. One, “Ushering In The Next Frontier Of Quantum Innova…