Quantum computing, an emerging technology that uses the laws of quantum mechanics to produce exponentially higher performance for certain types of calculations, offers the possibility of major breakthroughs across sectors. For example, the emerging technology could revolutionize the fight against climate change, transforming the economics of decarbonization and becoming a major factor in limiting global warming to the target temperature of 1.5°C, write Dieter Kiewell and coauthors in a recent article. Investors also see the possibilities: Funding of start-ups focused on quantum technologies more than doubled to $1.4 billion in 2021 from 2020. On this World Quantum Day, check out these insights to discover the potential applications of quantum computing that are taking the technology from hype to reality.
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