DENVER — Experts predict that “Q-Day,” the day quantum computing power will be able to break current models of encryption with ease, will come as early as 2030.
The good news, Seidl said, is that you don’t need to know much about the technology behind quantum computing, networking, sensing or materials to start creating an institutional quantum strategy.
Today, quantum computing requires large, cold storage areas, and quantum computers are more expensive than most higher education institutions can afford.
He added, however, that having a quantum computer on site is not necessary for starting to integrate quantum computing training into academics.
Some vendors offer quantum computing access remotely, or provide simulated quantum computing experiences that don’t actually run on quantum computers.