March 2026 • Industry Profile
Industry Profile:
Quantum Computing
Chicagoland is rapidly emerging as a national leader in the quantum industry, fueled by federal investment and a highly collaborative research and business ecosystem.
Catalytic initiatives are accelerating commercialization and positioning the region for large-scale quantum development, as well as delivering new economic opportunities for Chicago's South Side.
Breakthroughs in computing, communications, sensing, and cybersecurity are poised to transform industries critical to Chicagoland — including finance, transportation, logistics, and healthcare — creating a long-term competitive advantage.
Read about why Chicagoland is one of North America's main leaders in quantum technologies in our Industry Profile: Quantum Computing - updated March 2026.