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Europe Dominates Quantum Tech, Struggles with Patents
10/14/2025
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- Europe leads global quantum technology companies with 32% of the total, ahead of the United States (25%) and China (5%).
- Europe holds only 6% of global quantum patents, with China at 46% and the United States at 23%.
- Investments from the European Commission exceed €2 billion.
- Experts warn that fragmented funding and policy hinder startup growth.
- Saudi Aramco developed the Dammam 7Q quantum emulator to enhance energy exploration.
