Firgun Ventures has mapped quantum ecosystems across Japan, China, Taiwan, Canada, Australia, Africa and Latin America. A new report from the firm, dated September 5, 2026, identifies a distinct situation within the European Union. According to the report’s authors, Dr. Kris Naudts, Zeynep Koruturk and Donald Harmitt, government strategy, talent access, and growth capital are consistently vital ingredients for turning research into lasting quantum companies. The analysis also shows how sanctions are actively shaping Russia’s quantum technology strategy.
Firgun Ventures’ Six-Continent Quantum Ecosystem Mapping
Analysis from Firgun Ventures reveals a consistent set of conditions that support the formation and growth of quantum companies across diverse national contexts. Dr. Naudts, Koruturk and Harmitt state that every country combines these ingredients differently, which helps explain why some produce global leaders while others struggle to turn strong research into scale. Canada’s success in building four billion-dollar quantum companies provides a contrasting example, while studies of Australia show the impact of state investment as a shareholder.
Firgun Ventures’ August 10, 2026, report on Japan highlights a strategy prioritizing long-term development over immediate speed. These regional analyses, detailed in a series of publications beginning in June 2026, collectively paint a picture of a rapidly evolving global quantum landscape, where policy and investment are as essential as scientific innovation.
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