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Germany's Quantum Initiative Boosts SME Access and Innovation

11/28/2025

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The Fraunhofer INQUBATOR project in Germany expands access to quantum computing by offering low-cost, hardware-light entry points for SMEs.
The initiative includes workshops and training to develop solutions across four sectors: medicine, cybersecurity, insurance, and automotive.
An open call will later add at least eight more use-cases.
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics coordinates the project, funded by the BMFTR, to boost Germany's competitive edge over four years.

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The Fraunhofer INQUBATOR project in Germany expands access to quantum computing by offering low-cost, hardware-light entry points for SMEs.
The initiative includes workshops and training to develop solutions across four sectors: medicine, cybersecurity, insurance, and automotive.
An open call will later add at least eight more use-cases.
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics coordinates the project, funded by the BMFTR, to boost Germany's competitive edge over four years.