Driving Regional Innovation: CTIC and QURECA Set New Standards in Tech Adoption
The landscape of deep tech adoption is undergoing a major shift as regional technology hubs find new ways to accelerate workforce development. By embedding interactive, hands-on tools directly into their ecosystem, institutions are successfully lowering the barrier to entry for complex industries. A prime example of this is CTIC Technology Center’s recent decision to integrate the Qubit Race board game into its operational framework, marking a strategic alliance with QURECA under the banner to rapidly scale technical literacy.
CTIC Technology Center has incorporated several units of Qubit Race to strengthen its outreach and training activities in quantum technologies. The collaboration between CTIC and QURECA, both members of the Spanish Quantum Alliance (SQuA) will allow the game to be used as a support resource in CTIC Quantum Lab and through Quantum Asturias, the alliance that coordinates the regional ecosystem of quantum technologies.
Bridging Academia and Regional Ecosystems
The impact of this integration extends far beyond casual gameplay. The game will support activities in CTIC Quantum Lab and Quantum Asturias, helping students, researchers, and professionals engage with quantum concepts in a more accessible way. Furthermore, the game is set to be embedded into formal academic training activities.
Specifically, it will support the Quantum Computing micro-credential developed jointly by the University of Oviedo and CTIC under the framework of the CTIC Chair for Digital Transformation. This hands-on approach contributes significantly to building critical skills in a strategic technological area. To understand the foundations behind these advanced training frameworks, you can review our comprehensive guide on 2026 quantum technologies training resources.
From Classrooms to Defence Sectors
In addition to academic applications, Qubit Race will support high-level initiatives related to ARQADE. Led by CTIC, ARQADE is a Cervera Network of Excellence specialising in quantum technologies applied to defence and critical civilian sectors. The adoption of gamification here highlights a growing recognition that participatory experiences can drastically improve the understanding of highly advanced systems.
Whether training university students or industry professionals, interactive learning changes how people engage with deep tech. For those interested in adopting similar tools for their own organisations, we highly recommend checking out the official Qubit Race page for more details.
About CTIC Quantum Lab
Based in Gijón, the CTIC Quantum Lab is a specialised unit providing robust capabilities in technology transfer and applied validation. The lab serves as a vital bridge to application, facilitating the connection between scientific capabilities and real-world business contexts. Their work combines applied research, experimentation, and use cases in quantum computing, post-quantum cryptography, and hybrid models.
This activity is backed by their proprietary infrastructure, QUTE (Quantum Testbed), an emulation environment geared towards validating algorithms. Through strategic collaborations with entities like GAIA, SCAYLE, and QURECA, CTIC continues to drive the adoption of these transformative technologies.
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