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Updated · Global Competition Review · May 7
Italy's Competition Authority studies quantum computing market
Updated
Updated · Global Competition Review · May 7

Italy's Competition Authority studies quantum computing market

11 articles · Updated · Global Competition Review · May 7
  • Acting head Michele Iossa said the watchdog is preparing to move quickly if competition concerns emerge in the sector.
  • The monitoring reflects a proactive approach to a fast-developing technology market where future antitrust issues could arise as commercial applications expand.
  • No specific case or enforcement action was announced, but the comments signal early regulatory scrutiny of quantum computing in Italy.
Can regulators prevent quantum monopolies without stifling the innovation needed to build the technology?
With key materials controlled by China, can Europe's quantum ambitions succeed regardless of its competition rules?