As cyber threats escalate, quantum security is set to become a strategic imperative for over 90% of enterprises in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, according to Forrester’s 2026 predictions.
released today. The report highlights an urgent need for businesses to invest in post-quantum technologies to counteract emerging threats, particularly “harvest now, decrypt later” tactics employed by cyber adversaries.
Government initiatives such as Singapore’s National Quantum-Safe Network Plus and India’s National Quantum Mission are expected to drive this investment surge.
These programmes will focus on migration planning and cryptographic inventory solutions, ensuring that organisations are well-prepared to transition to quantum-safe systems.
"In 2026, leaders in the Asia Pacific region will need to recalibrate their tech strategies to factor in local realities while staying globally competitive," says Dane Anderson, senior vice president of international research and product at Forrester.
“From managing sovereignty concerns and addressing quantum threats to operating in a rapidly evolving cloud landscape, regional business and technology leaders are shifting from proving the value of digital transformation to amplifying its ROI.” Dane Anderson
The predictions further indicate that sovereignty will play a crucial role in shaping AI infrastructure choices for half of the firms surveyed.
The rise of “diverse cloud” strategies across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which integrate US hyperscalers, Chinese cloud providers, and domestic options, reflects a pragmatic approach to managing geopolitical uncertainties while safeguarding national interests.
However, the report warns that one-third of firms may squander resources on superficial IT product shifts. Many APAC organisations are expected to rebrand delivery teams as product teams without genuine cultural and operational transformations, potentially leading to inefficiencies and missed opportunities.
Additionally, the electric vehicle (EV) boom is anticipated to propel Chinese hyperscalers to double their growth in the region. As enterprises adopt Chinese technology platforms, they will need to balance utility, price, and innovation with sovereignty concerns.
