AI and Quantum Computing

🏆 18.3% Spread in R&D Growth — ALEX Intelligence, 2026. The gap between the fastest and slowest-growing states in physical and engineering R&D labs reveals where quantum innovation is truly taking root. This is not about isolated labs—it’s about systemic alignment. Vermont leads with 46.2% growth, while Virginia trails at 21.8%. The 18.3% spread is not a statistical footnote—it’s a structural divergence in national capability. This data comes directly from the ALEX Intelligence report: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-09-09-ai-quantum-dive-541715-state. What does this mean for where the next quantum breakthroughs will come from? How can slower-growing states catch up without replicating the full ecosystem? Let’s discuss. Spread in Physical and Engineering R&D Growth (ALEX Intelligence — 2026) #1 Vermont #2 Nevada #3 Delaware #4 Puerto Rico #5 Alabama #6 Florida #7 West Virginia #8 Washington #9 Louisiana #10 Virginia View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. MIT, Nvidia, Google & IBM-Trained. Cross Domain-Expert: Quantum, AI, Ethics, Sovereignty, Intelligence, Philanthropy. Solepoint Planning. VUI AI Cloud Architect. AI Certifications Development. Quant/AI Instructor. Castor Venture Club Member. Associate Broker. George Arnold Alexander III, MPA Director, ALEX Companies Associate Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574878-B · Broker License #565194-BB Broker, ALEX Real Estate · North Carolina License #367733 Independent Broker, ALEX Real Estate · Colorado License #II.100112456 [email protected] · +1 713.918.9951