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IBM says it will install an IBM Quantum System Two processor at the Korean Quantum Computing (KQC) site by 2028.

The KQC site in Busan, South Korea has operated as an IBM Quantum Innovation Center since 2022. As a result of this expanded partnership, in addition to the installation of the new processor, KQC members will have access to IBMs full-stack solution for AI, including watsonx and Red Hat OpenShift AI.

In a statement, IBM said the collaboration would also include an investment in infrastructure to support the development of generative AI through the deployment of advanced GPUs and IBM's Artificial Intelligence Unit (AIU), managed by Red Hat OpenShift.

"KQC is providing versatile computing infrastructure in Korea through our collaboration with IBM, said Ji Hoon Kweon, Chairman of KQC. Our robust hardware computing resources and core software in quantum and AI are poised not only to meet the growing demand for high-performance computing, but also to catalyze industry utilization and ecosystem development.

He added: We are working to diligently enhance services and infrastructure through this collaboration as well as with our industry-specific partners.

The IBM Quantum System Two was unveiled at the companys quantum summit in December. The modular quantum computer a 22 ft wide, 12 ft high machine that is currently operational at IBMs New York lab is powered by three of the company's Heron chips and combines cryogenic infrastructure with modular qubit control electronics.

IBM Quantum Two will be used by the company to realize parallel circuit executions for quantum-centric supercomputing.

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Agreement includes KQC offering IBM software and new AI infrastructure capabilities as well as IBM's next-generation quantum computing architecture

BUSAN, South Korea, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced that Korea Quantum Computing (KQC) has engaged IBM to offer IBM's most advanced AI software and infrastructure, as well as quantum computing services. KQC's ecosystem of users will have access to IBM's full stack solution for AI, including watsonx, an AI and data platform to train, tune and deploy advanced AI models and software for enterprises.

KQC is also expanding its quantum computing collaboration with IBM. Having operated as an IBM Quantum Innovation Center since 2022, KQC will continue to offer access to IBM's global fleet of utility-scale quantum systems over the cloud.Additionally, IBM and KQC plan to deploy an IBM Quantum System Two on-site at KQC in Busan, South Koreaby 2028.

"KQC is providing versatile computing infrastructure in Korea through our collaboration with IBM. Our robusthardware computing resources and core software in quantum and AI are poised not only to meet the growing demand for high performance computing, but also to catalyze industry utilization and ecosystem development. We are working to diligently enhance services and infrastructure through this collaboration as well as with our industry-specific partners," said Ji Hoon Kweon, Chairman of KQC.

"We are excited to work with KQC to deploy AI and quantum systems to drive innovation across Korean industries. With this engagement, KQC clients will have the ability to train, fine-tune, and deploy advanced AI models, using IBM watsonx and advanced AI infrastructure. Additionally, by having the opportunity to access IBM quantum systems over the cloud, today and a next-generation quantum system in the coming years KQC members will be able to combine the power of AI and quantum to develop new applications to address their industries' toughest problems," said Daro Gil, IBM Senior Vice President and Director of Research.

This collaboration includes an investment in infrastructure to support the development and deployment of generative AI. Plans for the AI-optimized infrastructure includes advanced GPUs and IBM's Artificial Intelligence Unit (AIU), managed with Red Hat OpenShift to provide a cloud-native environment. Together, the GPU system and AIU combination is being engineered to offer members state-of-the-art hardware to power AI research and business opportunities.

To provide a full stack solution, this collaboration will also include access for KQC's clients to Red Hat OpenShift AI for management and runtime needs, and IBM's watsonx platform to empower generative AI and the next wave of computing technology. By leveraging watsonx software for its workflows and solutions, KQC members will have access to generative AI technologies for the enterprise.

In addition to IBM, KQC is also collaborating with other Korean organizations on contributions to the country's quantum computing ecosystem.

"KQC has beenactively building quantum research collaborations with leading domestic companies in the financial, bio-healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Last year, Dankook University Hospital joined as a co-research member in quantum healthcare. Additionally, as members of our IBM Quantum Innovation Center, Hanlim Pharmaceutical Co., has started joint research for new drug discovery with us. And DNEURO, a Korean financial software start up is developing quantum algorithms in option pricing and portfolio optimization," said Dr. Joon Young Kim, CEO of KQC.

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IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs, and gain the competitive edge in their industries. More than 4,000 government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM's hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM's breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM's long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.

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LEESBURG, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Computing Inc. ("QCi", "we", "our" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: QUBT), an innovative quantum optics andnanophotonics technology company,today announced new leadership appointments as the Company readies for an active 2024 with an anticipated market-disruptive product release schedule. William (Bill) J. McGann, Ph.D., a globally recognized leader in commercialization of innovative technology, has been appointed CEO of Quantum Computing Inc. Dr. McGann succeeds QCi's co-founder Robert Liscouski who remains Chairman of the Board to help oversee the Company's growth and expansion.

Dr. McGann has a decade-long track record for transforming credible science into practical technology in steps of innovation, engineering, and leadership. In his role as QCi's CTO, Dr. McGann has driven the launch of QCi products in the areas of quantum optimization machines, reservoir computing for AI, quantum remote sensing, and quantum random number generation in 2023. Bill and the team are leading the charge in the Company's mission to provide "accessible and affordable" quantum technology to the world. Over the course of his professional career, Dr. McGann has held numerous business and technology leadership positions.

Dr. McGann began his entrepreneurial journey in 1990, where he was a co-founder of a disruptive technology innovation company, Ion Track Instruments. There, he and the team created a revolutionary new explosives trace detection technology and methodology that is widely deployed around the world today. After successfully capturing a majority of the global market share in this industry, he sold Ion Track to GE and formed the GE Security business unit in 2002, where he continued to create new technologies to further grow the industry. Since then, Dr. McGann has led and driven innovative product design in several businesses, both large and small, which include United Technologies, Implant Sciences Corporation, L3 Harris Corp., and then Leidos as CTO of the Security and Automation division.

Dr. McGann received his Ph.D. in Chemical Physics from the University of Connecticut and holds undergraduate degrees in both chemistry and biology. He has authored over 70 research proposals (SBIR) for the U.S. government, dozens of scientific publications, and 26 patents in the areas of nuclear, chemical and biological detection technologies.

Commenting on Dr. McGann's appointment, Robert Liscouski, co-founder and Chairman of Quantum Computing Inc., shared, "Over the past six years, QCi has evolved into an innovative leader of nanophotonic quantum technologies. We believe we are about to revolutionize the market with another breakthrough technology that delivers processing power, accuracy and speed at minimal energy usage at a reasonable price as true to our mission of providing accessible and affordable quantum technology to the world. I am proud to have led QCi through inception to this inflection point where it is positioned for significant growth in 2024. While I will continue to be meaningfully engaged at QCi going forward, I believe it is time to pass the baton to the next phase of leadership to take this Company to the next level. Bill and the team are poised to introduce value-creation and cost-effective quantum technologies that will change the market as we know it today. We are fortunate to have the right combination of extraordinary talent with a passion and unwavering commitment to this company to carry us into the future."

Mr. Liscouski intends to use his more than 35 years of national security experience, including his service as the first U.S. Assistant Secretary forInfrastructure Protection of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, President of Implant Sciences Corporation, Global Director of Information Assurance at the Coca-Cola Company, and a visiting fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C. to further support the Company's progress in commercializing its highly innovative technology, while providing strategic direction and corporate governance to grow shareholder value. In his role as Chairman, Mr. Liscouski will remain active in guiding the business strategy and direction.

Dr. McGann added, "Bob has tirelessly led the business and accomplished much in his role as CEO and has built a solid foundation for QCi's success. As the new leader, I will leverage these accomplishments and progress to accelerate the Company's growth through the commercialization of our core technologies and continue to innovate and deliver important technologies for a better world consistent with our moto "Quantum Machines for a Brighter Future".

For additional information on the Company's suite of solutions, please visit our websiteor contact our team directly.

About Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi)

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, quantum optics and nanophotonics technology company on a mission to accelerate the value of quantum computing for real-world business solutions, delivering the future of quantum computing, today. The company provides accessible and affordable solutions with real-world industrial applications, using nanophotonic-basedquantum entropy that can be used anywhere and with little to no training, operates at normal room temperatures, low power and is not burdened with unique environmental requirements. QCi is competitively advantaged delivering its quantum solutions at greater speed, accuracy, and security at less cost. QCi's core nanophotonic-based technology is applicable to both quantum computing as well as quantum intelligence, cybersecurity, sensing and imaging solutions, providing QCi with a unique position in the marketplace. QCi's core entropy computing capability, the Dirac series, delivers solutions for both binary and integer-based optimization problems using over 11,000 qubits for binary problems and over 1000 (n=64) qubits for integer-based problems, each of which are the highest number of variables and problem size available in quantum computing today.Using the Company's core quantum methodologies, QCi has developed specific quantum applications for AI, cybersecurity and remote sensing, including its Reservoir Photonic Computer series (intelligence), reprogrammable and non-repeatable Quantum Random Number Generator (cybersecurity) and LiDAR and Vibrometer (sensing) products. For more information about QCi, visitwww.quantumcomputinginc.com.

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QCi undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed conditions. Statements in this press release that are not descriptions of historical facts are forward-looking statements relating to future events, and as such all forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements may contain certain forward-looking statements pertaining to future anticipated or projected plans, performance and developments, as well as other statements relating to future operations and results. Words such as "may," "will," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "intends," "goal," "objective," "seek," "attempt," "aim to," or variations of these or similar words, identify forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those described in Item 1A in QCi's Annual Report on Form 10-K and other factors as may periodically be described in QCi's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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After ChatGPT and Generative AI,quantum computingmay be the field of research to bring about the next technological revolution in the 21st century. Quantum computing has the potential to solve complex problems that normally slow down classical computers, such as optimization, cryptography, machine learning, and simulation. This has led to this list of quantum computing stocks for January 2024.

While this kind of novel technology may still be in its infancy, investors desiring to invest in the up-and-coming technology should consider one of the following three quantum computing stocks with Strong Buy ratings from Wall Street analysts.

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Rigetti Computing(NASDAQ:RGTI) is a pure-play quantum computing business thatisvertically integrated. This simply means the company is involved in both designing and manufacturing its multi-chip quantum processors. Rigetti uses superconducting circuits as qubits, which are fabricated on silicon chips and operate at near-zero temperatures.In order to get deliver its quantum computing capabilities to clients, Rigetti leverages cloud service networks, while also providing quantum software development tools as well as quantum hardware design and manufacturing.

Rigetti Computings financials show robust growth potential, as the companygenerated $13 millionin revenue in 2022, up 46% year-over-year. The quantum computing firms 2023 financials appear on the way to surpass 2022s numbers.RGTIs shares proved volatile in 2023. At one point, RGTI returned more than 200%, but the stock ended the year at only a 35% return. This makes it one of those quantum computing stocks for January 2024.

Wall Street analysts have given the stock a resounding Strong Buy rating, and while shares are only trading at above $1, interested investors should take the chance to buy shares now.

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D-Wave Quantum(NYSE:QBTS) is the oldest and most established quantum computing company in the market. The company is the pioneer ofquantum annealing, a computing technique used to find the optimal solution for a given problem. D-Wave Quantum has built several quantum annealers withmore than 5,000 qubits, which allows greater potential for commercial applications.

D-Wave Quantum offers its quantum annealers and software tools through its own cloud platform, called Leap. QBTS also offers a suite of developer tools, called Ocean, which helps users design, develop and deploy quantum applications. The quantum computing company has a diverse customer base, includinggovernment agenciesas well as corporations.

Wall Streetanalysts expectD-Wave to generate more than $10 million in revenue at the end of 2023, which would represent a 47% YoY increase from the prior period. However, shares are down 32% over the past 12 months, so this could be a chance for investors to buy this stock at a lower price, as D-Wave Quantum has a strong competitive advantage in the quantum computing market.

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Nvidia(NASDAQ:NVDA) was one of the best-performing stocks of 2023, with a staggering gain of more than 240% last year. The chip stock is already off to a great start in 2024, so much so that it could be another record year for Nvidias share price. Shares, thus far, have risen to an all-time high of $563.82/share. The chipmaker has been riding high on the booming demand for its AI solutions, which power some of the most advanced and popular applications in the world, such asOpenAIsChatGPT and other generative AI platforms.

However, Nvidia is also one of the key players in quantum computing, with itsTensor CoreGPUs used to power some of the most advanced quantum simulators and algorithms. Furthermore, Nvidia has developed its own quantum software development kit and platform calledcuQuantum, which leverages its CUDA programming model and libraries to enable developers to create and run quantum applications on Nvidia GPUs.

Wall Street remains bullish on Nvidia shares, rating the chipmakers stock as a Strong Buy. All in all, its one of those quantum computing stocks for January 2024.

On the date of publication, Tyrik Torresdid not have (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article.The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the InvestorPlace.comPublishing Guidelines.

Tyrik Torres has been studying and participating in financial markets since he was in college, and he has particular passion for helping people understand complex systems. His areas of expertise are semiconductor and enterprise software equities. He has work experience in both investing (public and private markets) and investment banking.

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US-based VCs are holding tight to a large amount of cash as they navigate a capricious startup environment and investment landscape. While deemed an important enough technology to warrant export restrictions, quantum computing is not high on the list of safe investment bets, and has also suffered from the drop in funding activity. However, across the pond, things are looking brighter for the European quantum ecosystem. That is according to a report released today by Finnish quantum hardware company IQM, along with VCs OpenOcean and Lakestar. The report analyses VC investment, government funding, as well as national quantum strategies. Globally, investment in quantum startups dropped from $2.2bn in 2022, to $1.2bn in 2023, plummeting a massive 80% in the US. However in the EMEA region, it instead grew by 3%. Quantum requires a patient kind of investor. Apart from a few cases where quantum computer companies have carved out a commercial niche for themselves in what is known as the NISQ (Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum) era, investors need to adjust their expectations on return timelines.

To fully realise the potential of quantum computing, investors have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to guide quantum startups in strategic areas of the ecosystem and contribute to quantums strategic global growth, Ekaterina Almasque, general partner at OpenOcean stated in the report. Meanwhile, she also added that profiting from this new paradigm of compute would require funders to replicate the success of far-seeing investors in companies like Intel, Arm, and Nvidia.

OpenOcean first invested in IQM for the companys $13mn seed round in 2019, and has also participated in subsequent rounds.

Most European countries have developed national quantum strategies by now. In addition, the EU has stated it wants to become the Quantum Valley of the world.

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Some quantum computing centres in Europe include the House of Quantum in Delft, The Netherlands; Quantum Basel in Switzerland; VTTs technical research centre in Finland; and the Polish Pozna Supercomputing and Networking Center (PSNC). Furthermore, the UKs National Quantum Computing Center (NQCC) is scheduled to open later this year in Oxford. Speaking to Euractiv, Almasque said there is a strong correlation of the number of startups in those regions with the national labs, supported by a strategic approach across Europe. Basically, it [Europe] started slower to invest, but actually the investments are steadily growing, while in the US it started very sharply and then declined with a general drop in VC funding, Almasque told the publication.

The report predicts that the key areas for quantum in 2024 will be more on-premise as opposed to cloud access due to security concerns, high short-term costs for uptime on quantum computers vs. conventional HPC systems, the quantum readiness of teams in organisations, sustaining interest through strategic communication, and hybrid solutions for conventional and quantum computing systems.

Another key finding of the report was that interviewees believed that, while quantum machine learning should remain of importance, AI was cannibalising attention, investment, and interest away from quantum computing. Indeed, quantum technologies remain a niche sector, attracting only 1% of total VC funding. But for early movers, the returns could prove nothing short of astronomical. The global quantum computing market is predicted to grow from $9.3bn in 2022, to $203.1bn by 2032.

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In the world of quantum computing, the spotlight often lands on the hardware: qubits, superconducting circuits, and the like. But its time to shift our focus to the unsung hero of this tale the quantum software, the silent maestro orchestrating the symphony of qubits. From turning abstract quantum algorithms into executable code to optimizing circuit designs, quantum software plays a pivotal role.

Here, well explore the foundations of quantum programming, draw comparisons to classical computing, delve into the role of quantum languages, and forecast the transformational impact of this nascent technology. Welcome to a beginners guide to quantum software a journey to the heart of quantum computing.

At its heart, the world of quantum computing contrasts starkly with that of classical computing. The differences extend beyond hardware to the very core of programming. Lets illuminate some of the primary distinctions that delineate these parallel universes of computing.

Classical computers, the type most of us use daily, operate on binary data. This means they process information in bits, which are either in a state of 0 or 1. Classical programs, thus, revolve around manipulating these bits using logical operations.

Quantum computers, however, function quite differently. They leverage the quirks of quantum physics to process information via qubits. Unlike bits, a qubit can exist in multiple states simultaneously, thanks to a phenomenon called superposition. Additionally, qubits can also be entangled, meaning the state of one qubit can instantaneously affect the state of another, no matter the distance between them.

Therefore, programming a quantum computer necessitates a new approach, new logic, and an entirely new set of programming languages. Quantum software developers do not merely instruct a sequence of operations; they choreograph a dance of qubits, harnessing the peculiar properties of quantum physics to solve complex problems. The beauty of quantum programming lies in its ability to weave a ballet of superpositions and entanglements to achieve solutions exponentially faster than classical computing.

Quantum computing does not replace classical computing. Instead, it complements it, addressing problems that are currently unsolvable with classical computers due to the type of calculation and its complexity. Quantum software, therefore, requires a firm understanding of both classical and quantum principles to effectively leverage the strengths of each and navigate their respective challenges.

Quantum programming demands a unique set of terms to address the building blocks of a quantum program. These terms help us to describe and navigate the multi-dimensional universe of quantum computation. Here, we highlight three of these terms: quantum gates, quantum circuits, and quantum algorithms.

Quantum Gates: Much like classical computers use logical gates (AND, OR, NOT), quantum computers operate with quantum gates. But unlike their classical counterparts, quantum gates are reversible and deal with probabilities. They manipulate the state of qubits to perform quantum operations. A few examples include the Pauli-X, Pauli-Y, Pauli-Z, Hadamard, and CNOT gates.

Quantum Circuits: A sequence of quantum gates forms a quantum circuit. The quantum circuit defines the transformations that the qubits undergo to solve a given problem. However, the circuits behavior is inherently probabilistic due to the nature of quantum physics.

Quantum Algorithms: Quantum algorithms are sequences of quantum circuits designed to perform a specific task or solve a specific problem, much like a sequence of instructions forms a classical algorithm. Some popular quantum algorithms include Shors algorithm for factoring large numbers, and Grovers algorithm for searching unsorted databases. Quantum algorithms exploit the phenomena of superposition and entanglement to outperform classical algorithms for certain problem types.

In the realm of quantum programming, were essentially designing a choreographed sequence that manipulates qubits through these quantum gates, forming quantum circuits to execute quantum algorithms. All this, to solve problems that classical machines find insurmountable.

The world of quantum programming is as diverse as the set of problems it aims to solve. Various quantum programming languages and software platforms have emerged to address different needs, each with its unique approach and strengths. Here, we introduce you to this rich landscape.

Quantum Programming Languages: Just as classical computing has its C++, Python, and Java, quantum computing too has developed its languages. For example, Q# from Microsoft and Qiskit from IBM are two of the most popular quantum programming languages today. They allow you to define and manipulate quantum states, apply quantum gates, and measure the results.

Here we can see qiskit code that creates a quantum register with two qubits and applies a Hadamard gate to the first qubit and a CNOT gate to the two qubits. The code then measures the two qubits.

Software Platforms: Aside from standalone programming languages, there are software platforms designed to aid in quantum development. For instance, our platform at CLASSIQ provides an intuitive, visual way to design quantum circuits and algorithms. It is this high-level abstraction that allows quantum developers, beginners, and experts alike, to harness the power of quantum computing without getting bogged down in the low-level details of gate definitions.

Remember, each tool and language has its strengths, and the choice often depends on the problem youre tackling. Its about choosing the right tool for the right job, much like in the world of classical computing.

While programming a quantum computer can initially seem daunting, a high-level perspective simplifies the task into a series of logical steps. Heres an overview of the general process:

Problem Formulation: The first step in quantum programming is defining the problem you want to solve. This might be optimizing a financial portfolio, simulating a chemical reaction, or breaking an encryption code. Its crucial to understand that not all problems are suited for quantum solutions. Some tasks may be more efficiently handled by classical computers. Therefore, selecting the right kind of problem is a pivotal decision.

Algorithm Selection: Once you have defined the problem, the next step is to choose a quantum algorithm that can solve it. There is a growing library of quantum algorithms, each designed to address a particular type of problem. Some algorithms are well-suited for optimization tasks, while others are designed for simulation or machine learning.

Implementation: With the problem and algorithm in hand, you can now proceed to implementation. This is where quantum programming languages and platforms come into play. You translate the chosen algorithm into quantum code using your selected language or platform. This is often the most technical part of the process, and it can involve complex tasks like designing quantum circuits and managing quantum states.

Execution and Analysis: Finally, you execute your quantum program on a quantum computer or simulator and analyze the results. Since quantum computing is probabilistic, you may need to run your program multiple times to achieve a statistically significant result. The analysis often involves interpreting the quantum results in the context of your original problem.

Just like learning to program in a classical sense, the path to becoming proficient in quantum programming involves practice, patience, and a whole lot of curiosity.

The implications of quantum computing are broad and promising. As we refine our abilities to harness and manipulate quantum phenomena, well witness quantum computers unlocking solutions to some of the worlds most complex and currently unsolvable problems.

Innovation in Multiple Industries: Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize various industries. Pharmaceutical companies, for example, could use quantum systems to simulate and analyze complex molecular structures, leading to new drug discoveries. The financial sector could leverage quantum algorithms for better risk assessment, portfolio optimization, and fraud detection.

Improved Data Security: The prospect of quantum computers breaking current encryption methods is a cause for concern, yet it also presents an opportunity. As we advance in quantum computing, well simultaneously develop quantum-resistant encryption techniques, creating a new era of data security.

Scientific Discovery: Quantum computing promises to supercharge scientific discovery. In fields such as material science, quantum simulations can facilitate the discovery of new materials with desired properties. In climate science, it could offer more accurate climate predictions by better modeling complex systems.

While these exciting possibilities lie on the horizon, its important to remember that the quantum computing journey has just begun. Its a field ripe for exploration and innovation.

As we transition from theory to practice, from abstraction to application, quantum programming will play an increasingly central role. By learning the principles of quantum programming today, youre not only preparing for a quantum-powered future but actively participating in its creation.

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Q-Day is when a quantum computer so powerful is built it could break the public encryption systems. How concerned should we be?

There may come a day known as Q-Day, which will shatter global security as we know it.

It could be in a few years from now, or in 10 years or more. But scientists, mathematicians, and governments are not waiting idly by for the quantum threat to happen.

Q-Day is when a quantum computer so powerful is built, it could break the public encryption systems that protect our online conversations, bank accounts, and most vital infrastructure, wreaking havoc on governments and businesses.

How this digital doomsday would happen comes down to simple maths.

Since the beginning of the Internet, cryptography has protected our online data and conversations by hiding or coding information that only the person receiving the message can read on traditional computers.

In the 1970s, mathematicians built encryption methods that consisted of numbers hundreds of digits long. The difficulty of mathematical problems was such that it could take at hundreds of years to solve if using the right parameter size and numbers.

To break the encryption, the numbers need to be split into their prime factors, but this could take hundreds if not thousands of years with traditional computers.

The threat of codes being cracked was therefore not a big worry.

That was until 1994 when the American mathematician Peter Shor showed how it could be done with an algorithm using a then hypothetical quantum computer that could split large numbers into their factors much quicker than a traditional computer.

The quantum threat was still not a significant concern back then but it started to become an issue four years later when the first quantum computer was built.

Though that quantum computer - and those currently being built - are still not powerful enough to use Shors algorithm to decrypt the numbers, in 2015, intelligence agencies determined that the advancement in quantum computing is happening at such a speed that it poses a threat to cyber security.

At the moment, qubits, the processing units of quantum computers, are not stable for long enough to decrypt large amounts of data.

But tech companies such as IBM and Google have slowly but steadily started making progress in building machines strong enough to deliver the benefits of quantum, which include pharmaceutical research, subatomic physics, and logistics.

Its a matter of time and it's a matter of how long does it take until we have a large quantum computer to go, Dr Jan Goetz, CEO and co-founder of IQM Quantum Computers, a start-up that builds quantum computers, told Euronews Next.

If it takes 30 years to build a strong enough computer, there would be less reason to panic as most of the encrypted data might no longer be relevant.

But if someone comes up with a very clever idea and can already, do the code-breaking in 3 to 5 years, the whole situation also looks different, Goetz said.

Individuals should not be concerned by Q-Day as there are probably few people who have data that is very sensitive and will still be relevant in years to come.

Goetz said once the new technology comes, encryption codes will be updated on all computers and phones and you should not be too concerned about this because the industry will take care of this.

But governments, organisations, and businesses should be concerned by the quantum threat.

There is a concept called store now, decrypt later. It means someone could be storing the data and waiting for a quantum computer strong enough to come along and decrypt it.

Governments in particular are harvesting data from the Internet, said Dr Ali El Kaafarani, founder and CEO of quantum-safe cryptography company PQShield.

They are storing data that they can't access or read at the moment, but they can keep them there until the cryptography layer becomes weaker until they know of a way to attack it and then they break it and they read those communications, he told Euronews Next.

Governments are not standing by for that to happen and the cryptographic community are building encryption methods that can withstand the quantum threat, known as post-quantum cryptography (PQC).

This year, sometime between May and June, the final standardisation of PQC will be released by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology.

This will be a game-changer as it will be on the market for all industries.

The US legislation has mandated that the timeline to change to PQC will be from 2025 until 2033, by which time the cyber secure supply chain will have to have transitioned to using PQC by default.

In 2025, web browsers and software updates will have to become post-quantum secure by default if they are sold to the US, said El Kaafarani.

This is why some companies, such as Google Chrome and Cloudflare, have already started using PQC.

The USs PQC standards are international standards, but every country has their own guidelines governments do collaborate.

The US, UK, French government, German, and Dutch governments, among others, have all weighed in and produced whitepapers and guidelines for the industry to push them to start the transition phase to post-quantum cryptography as they understand that it is a process that will take time.

Governments take care of standardising the algorithms so that we all speak the same language, said El Kaafarani, but it is the cryptographic community that comes up with the new encryption methods that are not vulnerable against quantum computers.

Most of the cryptographic standards are developed in Europe by European cryptographers, he added, whose UK-based company had four encryption methods selected to be in the USs PQC standards.

Once developed, the encryption methods are ruthlessly scrutinised by the wider cryptographic community, governments, and everyone else who is interested in cracking the encryption methods.

Some get broken along the way. And that's the whole point of the process, is to root out the weak ones and keep them the strong ones, said El Kaafarani.

But there is no perfect encryption method or security method that can ensure that everything will stay secure forever.

Therefore cryptography is naturally an evolving field and that's why we need to keep ahead and keep an eye on how things are evolving, he said.

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As we stand on the brink of another technological revolution, quantum computing continues to fascinate and perplex minds around the globe. The concept, which once seemed like nothing more than a far-fetched theory cut from the cloth of a science fiction novel, is metamorphosing rapidly from hypothesis to reality. As we delve into this discussion on quantum computing, its essential to first set the stage by understanding the basics and appreciating its potential to transform various sectors of human activity.

Traditionally, classical computers utilize a binary system of bits that represent either a 0 or a 1. These bits are the fundamental building blocks of any computational task we perform. They form the basis of any information processed or stored on our digital devices, from the words we type to the intricate graphic designs we formulate. This classical form of computing has served as the backbone of technology for the better part of a century. It provided us the power to put man on the moon, map out the human genome, and create the very Internet youre using right now.

Yet, computer scientists and physicists worldwide identified an impending limit to the capabilities of classical computing. As problems grow increasingly complex, so does the requisite number of bits needed to compute them. This predicament birthed the concept, development, and eventual implementation of quantum computing the next significant leap in technological advancement.

Quantum computing hinges on quantum bits known as qubits. Unlike classical bits, a qubit doesnt limit itself to a state of 0 or 1; instead, it can exist in both states simultaneously, thanks to a quantum phenomenon known as superposition. Furthermore, qubits have another quantum property called entanglement, allowing them to be interconnected despite the distance between them. This quantum superposition and entanglement afford quantum computers their extraordinary computational power and parallelism.

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