When will quantum computing deliver on its promise?

Governments and tech companies continue to pour money into quantum technology in the hopes of building a supercomputer that can work at speeds we can’t yet fathom to solve big problems.

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Imagine a computer that could solve incredibly complex problems at a speed we can’t yet fathom and bring about breakthroughs in fields like drug development or clean energy. That is widely considered the promise of quantum computing. In 2025, tech companies poured money into this field. The Trump administration also named quantum computing as a priority. But when will this

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