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In this episode of Blond & Quantum, Eva sits down with Olivier Tonneau from Quantonation to unpack what it really takes to build — and back — a global quantum ecosystem.

Fresh off closing more than $260M for Fund II, Olivier shares what this milestone signals not just for Quantonation, but for the entire deep-tech and quantum landscape. We go back to 2018, when investing in quantum was still considered niche and risky, and explore what gave Quantonation the conviction to move early while others hesitated.

We discuss first-mover advantages, competitive dynamics among quantum investors, and where the strongest global startup momentum is emerging today. Olivier also reveals which types of quantum companies are scaling fastest, what business models are already working despite early-stage hardware, and how startups are generating real traction now — not in some distant future.

The conversation dives into the critical triangle between governments, venture capital, and startups, and why coordinated ecosystems — not just breakthrough physics — determine who wins the quantum race. Olivier also explains why Quantonation builds companies through venture studios across multiple countries, and how those startups differ from traditional founders.

Finally, we look ahead five years: which industries quantum will disrupt first, what shifts investors should watch closely, and whether there’s a deal Olivier wishes he could still invest in.

If you want a clear, insider view of where quantum is actually heading — beyond hype — this episode is your roadmap.

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In this episode of Blond & Quantum, Eva sits down with André König — Co-founder & CEO of Global Quantum Intelligence — for a high-level, honest breakdown of the real geopolitical landscape of quantum technology.

From the accelerating race between the US and China, to surprising emerging players like the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Singapore, André shares what governments are quietly planning behind closed doors — and why quantum has become a national security priority around the globe.

Together, they dive into:

• the global quantum race and shifting power dynamics
• how different regions invest (and why Europe is struggling)
• national security and the role of government in quantum
• early industry adopters and what’s actually happening beyond POCs
• where disruption will hit first — and how executives can prepare
• why companies that ignore quantum today may not survive the next 3–5 years

Whether you’re an executive, investor, policymaker, or simply quantum-curious, this episode offers a rare, unfiltered view into the forces shaping the future of the quantum industry.

🎙️ Guest: André Koenig
Co-founder & CEO, Global Quantum Intelligence

🎧 Host: Eva Galant
Founder, investor, and creator of Blond & Quantum

If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share — more episodes with global leaders in quantum are coming soon.

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Welcome to the premiere of Blond & Quantum — the podcast where we break down quantum technology into real-world business impact. No Schrödinger equation required.

In this first episode, host Eva Galant sits down with Dr. Wasiq Bokhari — Executive Chairman of Pasqal, serial entrepreneur, investor, and one of the early pioneers shaping the quantum industry. Together, they dive into what it truly takes to build and scale a quantum company, from the physics lab to global markets.

They discuss:
 💡 What is quantum computing?

  ✨ The turning point that made Wasiq believe quantum was ready for commercialization

 🌍 The evolving landscape of quantum investment and Europe’s role in it

 💭 And yes — how to stay human while working on technologies that could redefine reality itself.

Expect honesty, insight, and a touch of humor (and maybe a brief cameo from Eva’s very real, very curious Schrödinger’s cat 🐈‍⬛).

🎧 Tune in to Episode 1 of Blond & Quantum — where business meets physics and bold ideas meet real impact.

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