Trump orders accelerated U.S. quantum computer development and post‑quantum security push

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders aimed at fast‑tracking the United States' quantum‑computing program and securing federal networks against future quantum threats. The orders set a goal to build a "scientifically relevant" quantum computer by 2028 and require all critical government systems to migrate to post‑quantum cryptography by 2030‑31. Agencies such as Defense, Commerce and NASA must submit five‑year plans for quantum‑enabled sensors and communications, and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy will issue technical specifications within three months. The measures reflect growing competition with China and warn that adversaries could harvest encrypted data today for decryption once powerful quantum computers become operational, threatening banking, military and diplomatic communications.