- €19.6M investment by the Spanish Government to establish a Cybersecurity and Microelectronics Center in Murcia.
- Quantix, a public-private joint venture, aims to create 250 jobs by 2033.
- Collaboration includes WISeKey (WKEY, Financial), focusing on semiconductor design and post-quantum technology.
The Government of Spain has announced a significant investment of €19.6 million into Quantix, a public-private joint venture, to develop a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity and Microelectronics Center in the Region of Murcia. This initiative represents a part of a larger €40 million investment aimed at reinforcing local capabilities in critical technology sectors, such as cybersecurity, post-quantum technology, artificial intelligence, and RISC-V systems.
The project will see collaborations between key industry players, including OdinS, TProtege, WISeKey (WKEY, Financial), and SEALSQ. The center is expected to address the EU's strategic goal of reducing reliance on non-European suppliers for microchip design and manufacturing, thereby enhancing technological sovereignty.
Quantix has laid out a long-term job creation strategy, projecting the creation of 250 jobs by the eighth year. The immediate two-year plan includes the formation of 40 jobs, expanding to 70 by the third year and 152 by the fifth. This gradual ramp-up highlights a commitment to developing specialized skills and fostering innovation in the Region of Murcia.
The center will emphasize developing quantum-resistant products essential for governmental applications by 2030, marking an essential step in securing digital infrastructures against emerging quantum threats. This project aligns with the EU's ambitions for digital transformation and technological sovereignty, potentially positioning Murcia as a pivotal international hub for secure microchip development.
