illinois quantum and microelectronics park

We are in another one of those moments, and America’s fiercest competitor, China, is in a sprint for global innovation leadership. #oped #datapauce

State leaders described the investment as a significant step in positioning Illinois as a national leader in emerging technologies, while also expanding economic opportunities in historically underserved communities. #jobs #ibm #southside

A panel discussion featuring leaders in the quantum sector also gave students exposure to professionals working in the rapidly evolving field. #graduation #students #university

In his keynote remarks, Pritzker pointed to Illinois’ multi-billion-dollar push into quantum research, calling the field a transformative force that could redefine industries from medicine to cybersecurity. #quantum

“I am proud to announce that Infleqtion will be building their utility-scale, neutral-atom quantum computer right here in Chicago as a tenant of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park,” Pritzker said. #quantum

In Illinois, 11 percent of all businesses are Black-owned, and Chicago now ranks second in the country for venture capital-backed startups with at least one Black founder. #business