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Similarly, QAI Ventures, a venture capital fund with its regional headquarters in Singapore, has observed mounting global interest.<\/span><\/p>\n Its CEO Alexandra Beckstein said established startups have put the country on strong footing.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cWe see quantum computing startups that develop hardware and software. We also see quantum communication startups, and quantum sensing startups. We have all the technologies covered, which is a very good sign,\u201d she said.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201c(This) shows how Singapore is positioning itself \u2013 as an enabler of the whole value chain of quantum technology.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Despite strong momentum, experts say talent shortages remain a challenge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n “You can upskill people in more traditional fields. But in quantum \u2026 the slope is bigger \u2013 it takes (more) time, initiative and programmes,\u201d said Professor Angelakis Dimitrios, founder of AngelQ Quantum Computing.<\/span><\/p>\n Still, industry players said Singapore\u2019s initiatives to invest in the field and groom talent\u00a0will strengthen the nation\u2019s position in the global quantum landscape<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThe creation of a national strategy, a centre of excellence in Singapore, is a clear sign that the country and the government are very interested and have intentions to accelerate the country’s progress,\u201d said Quantinuum\u2019s Hazra.<\/span><\/p>\nBUILDING THE TALENT PIPELINE\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n