Trump Executive Orders Mandate Post-Quantum Cryptography Transition and Accelerate U.S. Quantum Innovation
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Brian Egan
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On June 22, 2026, President Trump signed two executive orders advancing U.S. quantum technology. EO 14412 mandates the adoption of post-quantum cryptography across federal and critical private sector systems to defend against emerging quantum-based cyber threats. EO 14413 accelerates U.S. quantum innovation across computing, sensing, networking, supply chains, and workforce development. The orders establish enforceable timelines and obligations for federal agencies and government contractors, signaling a strategic government push to maintain U.S. leadership in quantum technology while securing infrastructure against future quantum-enabled attacks.
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· 4 pulledOn June 22, 2026, President Trump signed two executive orders to expand the use and development of quantum technology.
Executive Order 14412 accelerates the adoption of post-quantum cryptography in critical federal and private sector systems to address emerging post-quantum threats.
Executive Order 14413 seeks to accelerate U.S. quantum innovation in computing, sensing, networking, supply chains and workforce development.
The executive orders establish timelines and enforceable obligations for federal agencies and government contractors.
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