U.S. Will Invest $2 Billion In Quantum Computing Firms And Take Equity, Report Says

BreakingBusinessBreaking NewsU.S. Will Invest $2 Billion In Quantum Computing Firms And Take Equity, Report SaysByZachary Folk,Forbes Staff. I cover breaking news.Follow AuthorMay 21, 2026, 09:03am EDTMay 21, 2026, 09:03am EDTToplineThe U.S. will invest $2 billion in grant funding in return for equity stakes in nine quantum computing companies, the Wall Street Journal first reported citing the Commerce Department, including a $1 billion grant for IBM as the Trump administration’s push to take equity stakes in tech and industrial manufacturers continues.The grants include a massive $1 billion grant for IBM.UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesKey FactsThis is a breaking story and will be updated.Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video