We are incredibly proud to announce that PQShield has been selected as one of the 25 high-impact scaleups shaping the future of the UK’s technology landscape. This will officially be announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves at 11 Downing Street later today, as she unveils the Tech Nation Future Fifty 2026 cohort.
Being part of this prestigious programme, the UK’s flagship initiative for late-stage tech ventures, is a significant milestone for us. With alumni including 35% of the nation’s unicorns (such as Revolut and Wise), the Future Fifty represents the vanguard of British innovation.
Why This Matters for the Quantum Transition
As we move closer to the era of quantum computing, the “harvest now, decrypt later” threat is no longer a theoretical exercise—it is a boardroom priority. At PQShield, our mission has always been to secure the global technology supply chain by upgrading the world’s encryption to post-quantum standards.
Joining the Future Fifty allows us to accelerate this mission. The programme’s focus on international expansion and peer-to-peer networking comes at a critical time as we continue to deploy our hardware and software IP across the globe—from automotive and mobile to government and critical infrastructure.
A Cohort of Visionaries
We are honored to stand alongside 24 other remarkable companies. This year’s cohort is a testament to the UK’s strength in “DeepTech” and “HardTech.” Whether it’s Universal Quantum building the machines of tomorrow, Salience Labs revolutionizing AI data centers, or Red Sift securing the modern inbox, the collective impact of this group is staggering:
- £1.3B in combined funding raised.
- 2,900+ jobs created.
- 96% of the cohort is expanding internationally.
“The founders in this cohort are ambitious and determined to make their mark on the world. We’re proud to back them with the connections, insight and global exposure they need to scale on their own terms, right here in the UK.” — Carolyn Dawson OBE, CEO of Founders Forum Group
Looking Ahead
The next three months will be a period of intense growth and collaboration. Backed by partners like HSBC Innovation Banking, the Future Fifty will provide us with the platform to engage with global investors, CEOs, and government leaders in tech hubs like Singapore, New York, and Dubai.
For the PQShield team, this recognition reinforces our commitment to making the digital world safe for the quantum age. We aren’t just building products; we are building the new standard for trust in a connected world.
We want to thank Tech Nation, the Founders Forum Group, and our fellow cohort members for this incredible opportunity. The journey to the quantum-secure future is just getting started.
About Tech Nation
Tech Nation is the leading growth platform for UK tech companies and fuels the growth of game-changing founders, leaders, and scaling companies so they can positively transform societies and economies. The organisation provides coaching, content, and community through growth programmes, events, research, and insights.
Tech Nation endorses the UK’s Global Talent Visa, which enables the best tech talent from around the world to work in the UK’s digital tech sector.
The organisation has ten years of experience facilitating and helping UK tech companies scale, both at home and abroad. Over 40 cohorts and 1,000 companies have successfully graduated from Tech Nation’s growth programmes. Alumni include Skyscanner, Darktrace, and Monzo, as well as UK ‘decacorns’ Revolut and Wise.
Now backed by Founders Forum Group, Tech Nation continues to unite the tech ecosystem whilst placing founders from all corners of the UK and beyond at the forefront of its work. By facilitating connections and providing a direct line to top tier investors, policymakers, media and corporates, Tech Nation empowers founders to grow their businesses and scale successfully.
About Founders Forum Group
Tech Nation is part of Founders Forum Group, a global community and group of businesses supporting entrepreneurs at every stage of their journeys. Its forums unite the world’s most influential founders, investors, corporate and government leaders to tackle era-defining questions in iconic locations across the globe. Since 2019, Founders Forum has partnered with Informa Tech to celebrate the strength and diversity of UK tech through London Tech Week.