# NEWS RELEASE: Gov. Cox launches Utah Quantum Initiative

_Monday, August 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM EDT · Science · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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Gov. Spencer Cox launched the Utah Quantum Initiative to accelerate quantum research commercialization workforce development and advanced manufacturing across the state. The initiative establishes a Quantum Coordination Council to coordinate state university and industry efforts and compete for private investment and federal quantum funding. Utah plans to use existing strengths in quantum sensing photonics semiconductors high-performance computing defense and life sciences to build its quantum technology sector.

## Sources

- [thequantuminsider.com](https://thequantuminsider.com/2026/08/10/utah-launches-quantum-initiative/)

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