QUANTUM COMPUTING: TRANSFORMATIVE APPLICATIONS AND PERSISTENT CHALLENGES IN THE DIGITAL AGE
Keywords:
Quantum Computing, Qubits, Industry Applications, Computational Challenges, Drug DiscoveryAbstract
Quantum computing stands at the forefront of technological innovation, promising to revolutionize industries through its unprecedented computational power. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the potential applications and challenges associated with quantum computing. We explore its transformative impact across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, finance, materials science, logistics, and artificial intelligence. The potential for accelerated drug discovery, enhanced financial modeling, novel materials development, and optimized supply chains is discussed. However, significant challenges, such as high error rates, scalability issues, substantial costs, and a shortage of skilled professionals, currently impede widespread adoption. We also address the security implications, particularly in cryptography, and the need for new regulatory frameworks. By examining current research initiatives and projecting future developments, this article offers a balanced perspective on the quantum computing landscape, highlighting both its immense potential and the hurdles that must be overcome for its successful integration into industrial and scientific domains.
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