These “national security” restrictions have raised concerns in the tech community, as they appear to target both small quantum computers that are currently impractical and larger or even non-existent computers. This situation increased fears among scientists that sales would be disrupted and bureaucracy would increase in the developing sector.
The restrictions come as part of broader updates to export rules in Western countries, including the United States and European countries, that focus on “dual-use” goods with potential military applications.
Legal experts have warned that pressure is increasing on businesses in the UK’s strategic quantum and semiconductor sectors, underlining the “need to balance security and innovation”.
Source: Ferra
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