Analysis

August 10, 2023

7 ways that quantum computing is making an impact in the real world

Quantum computers are still far from being industry-ready, but startups are already figuring out what the technology could be used for


Lexie Yu / Midjourney

The number of VC-funded quantum startups in Europe is growing fast, with many making bold claims that their technology could one day revolutionise the world economy. Yet it's still difficult to answer one fundamental thing: what can quantum computers actually do?

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A picture of an engineer working at PASQAL quantum computing
Quantum algorithms could help solve complex industry problems. Photo: PASQAL
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An image of the wiring of a PASQAL computer
PASQAL's quantum computer
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A picture of Quandela's quantum computer MosaiQ
Quandela's quantum computer MosaiQ
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Daphné Leprince-Ringuet

Daphné Leprince-Ringuet is a senior reporter for Sifted, based in Paris. She covers French tech and writes Sifted's AI and Deeptech newsletter . You can find her on X and LinkedIn

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