Quantum Technology Governance I: Law and Regulation is an interdisciplinary edited volume examining the legal, regulatory, and policy implications of emerging quantum technologies. It explores how developments in quantum computing, cryptography, and sensing challenge existing legal frameworks and regulatory practices. The book aims to provide a systematic understanding of the relationship between quantum innovation and the legal structures governing technological development, commercialization, and national security.
The contributions address several critical areas, including intellectual property rights, patents, trade secrets, open innovation, cybersecurity regulation, export controls, and public international law. Particular attention is given to the implications of quantum information technologies for established legal doctrines, strategic competition, and international regulatory cooperation. By combining technical perspectives with legal and policy analysis, the volume examines how existing governance structures can adapt to the opportunities and challenges associated with quantum technologies.
The book is particularly relevant to legal scholars, policymakers, technology governance researchers, intellectual property professionals, cybersecurity specialists, and organizations involved in the development and commercialization of quantum technologies. It provides conceptual and practical insights into regulatory uncertainty, legal risk, innovation policy, and the governance of strategically important quantum technologies.