Introduction The United Kingdom has established itself as a leader in quantum technology development, supported by a strong research base, strategic government initiatives, and an expanding quantum startup ecosystem. However, as global competition accelerates, the UK must make targeted investments in infrastructure to transition from research and prototyping to full-scale …

In the fast-paced world of technological and scientific innovation, groundbreaking ideas often require bold funding models that embrace uncertainty and prioritize transformational impact over incremental progress. Enter the Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA), a UK government initiative designed to fund “high-risk, high-reward” research, reminiscent of the U.S. Defense Advanced …