BTQ Technologies Added to VanEck Quantum Computing UCITS ETF, Expanding European Access to BTQ Through a Regulated UCITS Wrapper

Executive Summary

• BTQ Technologies Corp. has been added to the VanEck Quantum Computing UCITS ETF (ISIN: IE0007Y8Y157), providing European investors regulated access to BTQ shares.
• The ETF tracks the MarketVector Global Quantum Leaders Total Return Net Index and had net assets of approximately $524.5 million as of January 8, 2026.
• Inclusion highlights BTQ’s growing footprint in quantum security, post‑quantum cryptography, and quantum‑secure hardware, underscoring its relevance in the expanding quantum computing ecosystem.

Key Details

• ETF Inclusion: BTQ is now one of 30 companies in the VanEck Quantum Computing UCITS ETF, a Europe‑listed UCITS fund that offers diversified exposure to quantum‑computing innovators.
• ETF Overview:
• Physical replication of the MarketVector Global Quantum Leaders Total Return Net Index (MVQTMLTR).
• Total expense ratio: 0.55%.
• Listed on multiple European venues (e.g., London Stock Exchange – QNTM/USD, Deutsche Börse Xetra – QUTM/EUR).
• ETF Size: As of Jan 8, 2026, the ETF reported net assets of ~$524.5 million.
• Index Methodology: Companies must have significant quantum‑related operating exposure and/or meet a minimum threshold of quantum‑computing patent ownership; the index is rebalanced quarterly.
• Company Statement: CEO Olivier Roussy Newton said inclusion “broadens access to BTQ for investors across Europe and underscores the relevance of our work as we build practical, deployable quantum technologies designed for mission‑critical environments.”
• Strategic Impact: The listing provides BTQ with increased visibility among European institutional investors and may facilitate future capital‑raising opportunities within a regulated UCITS framework.

Notable Quotes

“As quantum computing moves from research to real world deployment, the security layer becomes non‑negotiable. Being included in the VanEck Quantum Computing UCITS ETF broadens access to BTQ for investors across Europe and underscores the relevance of our work as we build practical, deployable quantum technologies designed for mission critical environments.” – Olivier Roussy Newton, CEO & Chairman, BTQ Technologies

Materiality Assessment: Material – Positive (the inclusion enhances investor access and signals market validation of BTQ’s technology platform).