According to Quantum Computing Report, the US National Science Foundation launched X-Labs, a 1.5 billion dollar initiative spanning ten years. The program funds interdisciplinary teams and initially focuses on quantum systems as well as sensing and imaging devices.
The initiative is an indicator of increasing public investment in fundamental research for quantum technologies. The amount and scope are based on statements in the source.
Source: Quantum Computing Report, 16.05.2026 — https://quantumcomputingreport.com/news/