<p>Emerging Quantum Technologies (QTs) provide significant potential. Yet, their beneficial implications as well as arising challenges are still vague and require expert knowledge for further scrutinization and the creation of regulatory guidance. This paper critically examines the governance of QTs, emphasizing the tension between promoting innovation and addressing ethical, societal, and security-related concerns. Leveraging innovation theory, we juxtapose national governance frameworks with expert perspectives, highlighting gaps in current regulatory approaches. The analysis shows that while national frameworks often prioritize technological development and economic competitiveness, they tend to overlook the broader implications of QTs, such as cryptographic vulnerabilities, ethical dilemmas, and societal disparities. The findings point to a divergence between frameworks and expert recommendations, particularly in the emphasis on ethical governance and the urgency of addressing security risks. In concrete terms, expert considerations tend to fall in line with Responsible Innovation principles, calling for proactive measures to mitigate risks and integrate societal values into technological progress. The paper concludes by proposing a balanced governance approach that builds on the safeguards of Responsible Innovation. Such an approach would ensure that QTs evolve in a manner that is not only technologically advanced but also ethically responsible and socially inclusive.</p>