BTQ Technologies Added to Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM)

Rhea-AI Summary

BTQ Technologies (Nasdaq: BTQ) announced inclusion in the Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ: QTUM) on December 15, 2025. The ETF tracks the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index (BQTUM). BTQ says the listing is intended to broaden institutional and retail visibility as the company advances post-quantum cryptography, quantum-secure hardware, and quantum security infrastructure for mission-critical networks.

Management framed the addition as a milestone aligned with BTQ's strategy to accelerate the transition from classical networks to the quantum internet and to attract investors seeking exposure to full-stack quantum and practical post-quantum security solutions.

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• Added to Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM) on Dec 15, 2025
• Company says inclusion will broaden institutional and retail visibility

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• None.

Market Reality Check

$109.66 Last Close

Volume Volume 2,836,516 is below the 20-day average of 3,290,169, suggesting muted trading interest pre-announcement. normal

Technical Price at $5.90 is trading below the 200-day MA of $7.86, reflecting a weak longer-term trend.

Peers on Argus

No peer stocks or sector momentum data were flagged, indicating the -7.52% move was stock-specific rather than part of a broader sector trend.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 03	Research coverage	Positive	+8.8%	Delphi Digital validated Bitcoin Quantum as a quantum-safe Bitcoin-compatible network.
Nov 24	Index inclusion	Positive	+13.4%	Added to MSCI Canada Small Cap Index, boosting institutional visibility.
Nov 18	Product partnership	Positive	+24.8%	Launched GPU-accelerated QLEO emulator with NVIDIA CUDA-Q compatibility.
Nov 17	Corporate update	Positive	+7.9%	Outlined commercialization of QSSN, QCIM, QPerfect and cash position details.
Nov 13	Earnings webinar	Neutral	-11.0%	Announced timing of Q3 2025 results webinar; shares fell despite informational tone.

Pattern Detected

Recent announcements on quantum products, index inclusions, and partnerships often saw positive price reactions, showing a tendency for the stock to respond well to visibility and technology milestones.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, BTQ released multiple updates marking strategic and visibility milestones. A Nov 17 corporate update highlighted commercialization progress, cash of C$39,389,812, and inclusion in a Samsung quantum ETF, with shares rising 7.88%. Additions to the MSCI Canada Small Cap Index on Nov 24 and a positive Delphi Digital report on Bitcoin Quantum on Dec 3 drove gains of 13.45% and 8.82%. The new QTUM ETF inclusion continues this theme of index and ecosystem validation.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlighted BTQ’s inclusion in the Defiance Quantum ETF, which tracks the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index and targets investors focused on quantum and AI themes. It extends a recent run of visibility milestones, including prior index additions. With the stock trading below its 200-day MA of $7.86 and well under its $16.00 52-week high, investors may focus on how ETF membership supports liquidity and interest alongside ongoing quantum security commercialization.

Key Terms

etf financial

"Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ: QTUM), a thematic exchange traded fund"

An ETF, or exchange-traded fund, is like a basket of different investments such as stocks or bonds that you can buy or sell easily on the stock market, just like a regular share. It allows people to invest in many companies at once, making it a simple way to grow savings without picking individual stocks.

exchange traded fund financial

"QTUM), a thematic exchange traded fund that seeks to track the performance"

A pooled investment that trades on a stock exchange like a single share, giving investors instant exposure to a basket of assets such as stocks, bonds, or commodities. It matters because ETFs let investors buy or sell a diversified slice of the market quickly and usually at low cost — like buying a pre-built portfolio instead of picking individual stocks — which can lower risk and simplify trading strategies.

index financial

"track the performance of the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index"

An index is a single number that tracks the combined performance of a group of stocks, bonds or other assets, acting like a market scorecard or thermometer for a particular industry, country or investment style. Investors use indexes to judge how a market or sector is doing, compare fund managers, and build or measure portfolios, since many funds aim to match or beat an index’s return.

post-quantum cryptography technical

"including post-quantum cryptography, quantum-secure hardware, and quantum security"

Post-quantum cryptography is a set of new methods for scrambling data so it stays secure even if powerful quantum computers exist; think of replacing today’s locks with designs that a future high‑speed lockpicker cannot open. For investors, it matters because companies must upgrade systems, meet regulations, and protect customer and trade data—creating costs, competitive advantages, or legal and reputational risks depending on how quickly and effectively they adopt these new security standards.

quantum-secure hardware technical

"post-quantum cryptography, quantum-secure hardware, and quantum security"

Quantum-secure hardware is physical computing equipment—like chips, secure modules, or communication devices—built to protect data and operations from future attacks by powerful quantum computers. Think of it as upgrading a lock system now because a new kind of burglar tool is expected: it matters to investors because companies that adopt or sell these devices can avoid costly data breaches, meet future regulations, and gain a competitive edge as demand grows.

quantum security infrastructure technical

"quantum-secure hardware, and quantum security infrastructure."Being included"

A collection of tools, devices and rules designed to protect digital data and communications from current and future threats posed by powerful computers, including quantum computers. Think of it as upgrading a company’s locks and alarm system so they resist new kinds of lockpicks; for investors, it matters because it helps safeguard customer data, avoids costly breaches or regulatory fines, and can be a competitive advantage or necessary expense for long-term value preservation.

quantum internet technical

"strategy to accelerate the transition from classical networks to the quantum internet"

A quantum internet is a new kind of communications network that uses the strange properties of quantum particles to send information in ways that are extremely hard to intercept or copy. For investors it matters because it could create markets for ultra-secure communications, enable networked quantum computing services, and render many current cybersecurity products obsolete — similar to how fiber optics changed data speeds, the quantum internet could reshape infrastructure and competitive advantage.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - BTQ Technologies Corp. ("BTQ" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: BTQ) (CBOE CA: BTQ) (FSE: NG3), a global quantum technology company focused on securing mission-critical networks, is pleased to announce that it has been added to the Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ: QTUM), a thematic exchange traded fund that seeks to track the performance of the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index ("BQTUM").

BTQ believes inclusion in QTUM broadens institutional and retail visibility for the Company as it advances quantum era security across mission critical networks, including post-quantum cryptography, quantum-secure hardware, and quantum security infrastructure.

"Being included in QTUM is a meaningful milestone for BTQ as we continue executing on our strategy to accelerate the transition from classical networks to the quantum internet," said Olivier Roussy Newton, Chief Executive Officer of BTQ. "We believe this inclusion broadens visibility with investors seeking exposure to companies building full stack quantum computing platforms and practical post quantum security solutions for mission critical industries."

About the Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM)

QTUM is a thematic ETF designed to provide exposure to companies involved in quantum computing and machine learning and uses a passive approach tied to the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index (BQTUM).

About the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index (BQTUM)

BQTUM is a rules based index that targets a broad set of liquid companies whose products, services, or operating activity relate to quantum computing or machine learning. The index is reconstituted and rebalanced semi annually in June and December, and it applies an equal weighting scheme subject to liquidity based caps.

About BTQ
BTQ Technologies Corp. (Nasdaq: BTQ | Cboe CA: BTQ | FSE: NG3 ) is a vertically integrated quantum company accelerating the transition from classical networks to the quantum internet. Backed by a broad patent portfolio, BTQ pioneered the industry's first commercially significant quantum advantage and now delivers a full-stack, neutral-atom quantum computing platform with end-to-end hardware, middleware, and post-quantum security solutions for finance, telecommunications, logistics, life sciences, and defense.

Connect with BTQ: Website | LinkedIn | X/Twitter

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Olivier Roussy Newton
CEO, Chairman

Neither Cboe Canada nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward Looking Information

Certain statements herein contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such forward-looking statements or information include but are not limited to statements or information with respect to the business plans of the Company, including with respect to its research partnerships, and anticipated markets in which the Company may be listing its common shares. Forward-looking statements or information often can be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate", "intend", "expect", "plan" or "may" and the variations of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements and information.

The Company has made numerous assumptions including among other things, assumptions about general business and economic conditions, the development of post-quantum algorithms and quantum vulnerabilities, and the quantum computing industry generally. The foregoing list of assumptions is not exhaustive.

Although management of the Company believes that the assumptions made and the expectations represented by such statements or information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that forward-looking statements or information herein will prove to be accurate. Forward-looking statements and information are based on assumptions and involve known and unknown risks which may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results, expressed or implied, by such forward-looking statements or information. These factors include risks relating to: the availability of financing for the Company; business and economic conditions in the post-quantum and encryption computing industries generally; the speculative nature of the Company's research and development programs; the supply and demand for labour and technological post-quantum and encryption technology; unanticipated events related to regulatory and licensing matters and environmental matters; changes in general economic conditions or conditions in the financial markets; changes in laws (including regulations respecting blockchains); risks related to the direct and indirect impact of COVID-19 including, but not limited to, its impact on general economic conditions, the ability to obtain financing as required, and causing potential delays to research and development activities; and other risk factors as detailed from time to time. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

 

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FAQ

What does BTQ's addition to QTUM mean for BTQ shareholders?

Inclusion in QTUM may increase investor visibility and passive ETF-driven demand for BTQ shares.

When was BTQ added to the Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM)?

BTQ was added to Defiance Quantum ETF (NASDAQ: QTUM) on December 15, 2025.

What index does the Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM) track?

QTUM seeks to track the BlueStar Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Index (BQTUM).

How does BTQ describe the strategic impact of the QTUM inclusion?

BTQ says the listing broadens visibility as it advances post-quantum cryptography, quantum-secure hardware, and quantum security infrastructure.

Which stock exchanges list BTQ shares?

BTQ is listed on Nasdaq, CBOE Canada, and FSE.