Quantum and Digital Infrastructures

Quantum technologies are used when conventional technologies reach their limits. They include four main areas: quantum computing, simulation, sensing, and communication, each at a different stage of maturity. Some of these technologies are already finding practical use. For example, quantum communication enables extremely secure data transmission, while quantum sensing allows highly precise measurements that can improve areas such as navigation, healthcare, and environmental monitoring. Quantum simulation is becoming an important research tool, helping scientists better understand complex systems like new materials or chemical processes. Quantum computing, is still in an early phase but holds the promise of tackling problems that are far beyond the reach of today’s computers. Together, these technologies are laying the groundwork for a new generation of solutions that could significantly impact science, industry, and everyday life.

Europe plays a leading role in the development of quantum technologies, particularly through strong public investment, coordinated research initiatives, and a thriving start-up ecosystem. Our research projects will underline Europe’s leadership in quantum technologies, advancing technological sovereignty and global competitiveness.

The development and advanced application of Artificial Intelligence is key to economic competitiveness, technological sovereignty, and societal resilience. By building an ecosystem of AI factories, data infrastructures, and computing capacity, Europe underlines its goal of becoming a global leader in the development of responsible AI systems. This is key to retaining control over critical data and ethical standards, while also supporting innovation across key sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, energy, and public services.

Our European research projects enable the development of trustworthy AI aligned with EU values such as privacy, transparency and safety. A coordinated European approach will strengthen industrial leadership and ensure that European businesses have access to advanced tools and infrastructure needed to compete globally.

High Performance Computing uses supercomputers to process enormous amounts of data and to carry out complex calculations that are intractable for classical computers. HPC enables breakthroughs in high-resolution climate modelling, accelerated drug discovery, advanced materials for clean energy, and large-scale simulations in fields ranging from health to astrophysics. To fully harness the transformative potential of advanced computing, Europe is developing a robust and interconnected network of digital infrastructures and facilities, which build the technological foundation that enables storage, processing, transmission, and secure use of digital data and services. These infrastructures are the backbone for developing and applying advanced digital technologies, including AI and quantum applications, and will be made accessible to businesses and researchers via platforms such as the JUPITER AI Factory.

We support Europe in developing groundbreaking digital infrastructure, crucial to ensure technological independence, protect sensitive data, support innovation across industries, and enable equal access to digital capabilities for research institutions, businesses, and public services.