Security News > 2023 > January > Post-quantum cybersecurity threats loom large

The growing interest in quantum is translating into spending, demonstrated by 71% of quantum-adopting enterprises surveyed having current quantum computing budgets of more than $1 million.

Interestingly, nearly 30% of respondents that have adopted or plan to adopt quantum computing expect to see a competitive advantage due to quantum computing within the next 12 months.

"These findings become more interesting when compared to the data we saw last year. Over the past 12 months, we've seen significant new developments in technology, particularly generative AI, and near-term advantages from quantum-inspired technologies that are fueling the momentum for quantum computing planning and adoption. As a result, more enterprises are exploring what's possible with the hybrid quantum classical compute capabilities of today and how the potential of quantum computing may impact their competitive position - and ultimately their business results," Savoie continued.

The complexity of integrating quantum computing with existing IT stacks fell just behind security concerns as the top hurdle to quantum adoption.

The persistence of this challenge was also reflected by the top considerations for selecting quantum vendors, with 51% prioritizing easy-to-use solutions and 50% prioritizing easy integration with existing IT. Expectations of better business results drive quantum adoption.

Enterprises are taking tactical steps to make quantum computing a reality, with respondents noting that they are building new applications, running experiments on quantum hardware or simulators, and experimenting and building proofs of concept.

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