WSJ Tech News Briefing TNB Tech Minute: Quantum-Computing Firms in Talks to Give U.S. Equity Stakes
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Oct 23, 2025 Quantum computing firms are in discussions with the U.S. government for equity stakes in exchange for funding, potentially paving the way for significant advancements. Meanwhile, Amazon is innovating with new robots and AI tools to optimize its delivery and warehouse processes. On the global stage, China unveils a five-year plan aimed at achieving technological self-sufficiency, reducing its dependence on U.S. technology. Each of these developments could reshape the tech landscape significantly.
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Government May Take Stakes In Quantum Firms
- Several quantum computing firms are negotiating equity stakes for the Commerce Department in exchange for federal funding.
- This signals stronger government intervention in critical tech under the Trump administration.
Which Quantum Companies Are Involved
- Companies named include IonQ, Rigetti, and D-Wave, with minimum federal awards of $10 million each.
- Quantum Computing and Atom Computing are also considering similar deals to secure funding.
Amazon Tests Robots, AI, And AR
- Amazon is testing three new technologies: a sorting robot arm BlueJay, an AI manager agent Eluna, and AR glasses for drivers.
- These tools extend Amazon's years-long push to automate warehouses and delivery operations.