Increase investment in quantum research to maintain technological leadership and mitigate strategic vulnerabilities.
Unknown / Black Swan
Unknown / Black Swan Risk
Current assessment
The uncertain quantum future presents an existential threat to US military missions, highlighting a potential Black Swan event in technological and geopolitical domains.
July 10, 2026
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Risk Drivers
What is pushing the current reading.
The convergence of technological advancements and geopolitical tensions is creating a high-risk scenario. The Department of Defense's warning about the existential threat posed by quantum technology to US military missions underscores the unpredictable nature of technological breakthroughs and their potential to disrupt global power dynamics. This development is compounded by the rapid pace of innovation and the lack of comprehensive international regulations, which could lead to unforeseen strategic vulnerabilities and escalations. The intersection of these factors suggests a significant Black Swan risk, as traditional forecasting models may not adequately capture the potential for rapid and disruptive changes in military capabilities and geopolitical stability.
Risk Reduction Actions
Priority actions generated from the current analysis.
Facilitate global dialogue on the regulation and ethical use of emerging technologies to prevent destabilizing arms races.
Develop contingency plans and adaptive strategies to counter potential threats from adversaries leveraging quantum technologies.
Promote interdisciplinary research to understand the broader implications of quantum advancements on global security.
Conduct scenario planning exercises to explore potential geopolitical shifts resulting from technological breakthroughs.
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Selected Articles
Supporting articles referenced in the latest score.
- Uncertain quantum future presents ‘existential threat’ to US military missions, DOD warns Publisher: DefenseScoop Published June 25, 2026