Helsinki, May 30 -- Finland will lead a new European Union (EU) initiative focused on applying quantum technology to defense, the Finnish Ministry of Defense announced on Friday.
The project, known as QUEST (Quantum Enablers for Strategic Advantage), aims to explore the defense applications of quantum technologies, with a focus on positioning, territorial surveillance, and air and missile defense. Its objective is to harness next-generation technologies to enhance Europe's defense capabilities.
"Finland has cutting-edge expertise in quantum technology and hosts one of the most advanced ecosystems in this field," Finnish Defense Minister Antti Hakkanen said. "We are committed to integrating quantum technologies into our defense capabilitie...