AI quantum computers will probably be soon available to the public as the tech industry moves ahead of its groundwork for manufacturing and distribution of the technology, Axios reported.
Quantum computing company IonQ just unveiled its 100,000-square-foot facility in Seattle to bring "Henry Ford kind of assembly lines to quantum" into reality.
This is in addition to the quantum computers IBM and other leading computer manufacturers have been working on over the past years nearing completion.
According to IonQ CEO Peter Chapman, the new facilities dedicated to quantum computers will soon achieve longtime goals of "producing a manufacturable product and some infield supportable product."
Quantum computers are expected to run multiple optimization problems, data analysis, and simulations more than standard computers.
Quantum Computers Pose Emerging Risks to Cybersecurity
IBM earlier warned world leaders and tech institutions of the dangers quantum computers bring to cybersecurity once it become more accessible in the near future.
According to experts, quantum computing machines will make most of the current cybersecurity systems in the world obsolete.
If hackers and bad actors get hold of the technology, many institutions around the world are exposed to major cyberattacks and data breaches.
As of the current state of things, available quantum computers cannot break encryption systems and solve complicated problems, but experts believe such feats will soon be achievable if development continues undisturbed.
As of writing, there are no regulations and restrictions yet to manage the possible risks brought by the technology.
Also Read: IBM Warns of 'Cybersecurity Armageddon' from Emerging Quantum Computers
Cyberattacks Continue to Run Rampant in 2024
Concerns for quantum computers on cybersecurity stem from the increasing cybercrimes targeting state facilities and critical institutions since 2022.
Recent studies have already proven that hackers have started using AI to boost their operations. The surge in ransomware attacks is seen as proof of this growing trend.
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