Overview

• The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has launched an investigation into potential misappropriation of EU Next Generation funds allocated to Spain's quantum computer project at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC).
• The inquiry follows a complaint alleging irregularities in the tender process for the €8.1 million initiative under Spain's Recovery Plan.
• UDEF agents have visited the BSC to collect documentation related to the project, but no judicial orders for raids or restrictive measures have been issued.
• The BSC has publicly denied any wrongdoing, asserting compliance with public contracting laws and full transparency in its cooperation with investigators.
• The project, part of the Quantum Spain initiative, involves a quantum computer developed by Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech and GMV, aimed at advancing Spain’s technological sovereignty.