In computer science, a **bit** is the most basic unit of information, and it can only have two values: 0 or 1. However, quantum physics introduces a different concept: a "wave-particle" can exist in multiple states at once. This property allows a bit to be both 0 and 1 simultaneously, known as a **qubit**. This unique characteristic of qubits opens up new possibilities in computing, but it also presents challenges in maintaining this effect at a larger scale. To address this, the French Ministry of the Armed Forces, through the Direction Générale de l'Armement (DGA) and the Defense Innovation Agency (AID), launched the PROQCIMA program in 2024. The goal is to develop two prototypes of quantum computers by 2032. Five companies specializing in quantum technologies—Pasqal, Alice&Bob, C12, Quandela, and Qobly—were selected by the DGA to advance the most promising technologies from laboratory settings to large-scale quantum computing solutions (LSQ) suitable for defense applications. A quantum computer is not only about hardware but also requires an operating system to run software. To address this need, the AID recently launched the ALIQUANTE project, supported by the DGA. This initiative is focused on developing quantum programming tools to create a sovereign platform capable of programming quantum processors (QPU) and preparing for the use of the quantum computers developed under PROQCIMA. These tools will allow the processing of "classified" data and help the French armed forces and defense industries adapt to this new technology. The ALIQUANTE project has been entrusted to a consortium including Thales Research & Technology (TRT), BULL SAS, and the Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives (CEA). In a secure environment, the platform will enable the simulation of quantum computers and the development of programming tools compatible with various qubit technologies. This will include translating quantum code into "quantum gate circuits" or distributing code execution between high-performance computing (HPC) systems and quantum processors. The updated 2024–30 Military Programming Act includes an additional 500 million euros for preliminary studies from 2026 to 2030. This funding will be focused on military applications of quantum computing, intermediate capacity plans, a roadmap for naval drones, and the technological components necessary for remote-controlled munitions, data processing for maritime patrol, and a high-altitude strategy. These areas may evolve depending on technological advances. According to Patrick Pailloux, the General Delegate for Armaments (DGA), a significant portion of this funding should be allocated to quantum technologies. During a hearing in the Senate in May, he suggested that approximately 300 million euros would be invested in quantum computing, alongside funding for cyber and digital initiatives. The DGA also plans to release a new version of the reference document on defense innovation orientation (DrOID), which will outline the future direction of defense innovation, including quantum computing.