Israel Launches Project Nexus for Quantum Computing and Physical AI Under Decision 4255
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Updated · The Jerusalem Post · Aug 6
Israel Launches Project Nexus for Quantum Computing and Physical AI Under Decision 4255
3 articles · Updated · The Jerusalem Post · Aug 6
Summary
Project Nexus will drive Israel’s new push into quantum computing and physical AI, with the government framing both as inaugural projects under Government Decision 4255 and its national AI strategy.
A Request for Information will be issued to map market capabilities and build sovereign infrastructure, including foundational models and a locally produced quantum computer.
Officials said the program is meant to turn strategy into contracts and on-the-ground systems, lowering barriers for industry while protecting Israel’s technological sovereignty.
Quantum computing remains the priority after years of state backing since 2018, including a domestically built quantum computer unveiled in 2024 and a recent Qedma-IBM project using a 72-qubit chip.
Physical AI is the second pillar, spanning real-world systems such as autonomous drones and industrial energy-management tools that Israel sees as future economic growth engines.
With no budget disclosed, can Israel's secretive Project Nexus truly outpace global tech giants in the race for quantum supremacy?
Will the 2026 Pax Silica pact accelerate Israel's AI dominance, or quietly undermine its ultimate quest for true technological independence?
How will deploying autonomous drones and physical AI into everyday infrastructure redefine the boundaries between technological sovereignty and public privacy?