We are told the quantum era is not so far off. The truth is the quantum era has already begun. So far, human history has witnessed several technological revolutions that have reshaped economies, societies, and the very way we think. We have witnessed various industrial revolutions, the age of electricity, the digital revolution, the ongoing AI era, and now, on the horizon, the quantum era. This emerging era promises to redefine what is computationally possible, bringing with it transformative advances in computing, communication, sensing, and beyond.

Two of the most revolutionary technologies of the 21st century, as of now, are quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI). They are already reshaping research and industry on their own. But what happens when these two fields begin to merge? The answer could redefine what humanity can achieve, unlocking entirely new frontiers in science, medicine, finance, and beyond.

Quantum technology could lead to breakthroughs in drug discovery, cryptography and cybersecurity, materials, climate modelling, pharmaceutical research, EV battery development, bin packing, cargo delivery, route optimisation, and image classification. Quantum AI systems help design new molecules or optimise complex systems. The era of quantum computing is the timeline in human history when quantum technologies—based on the principles of quantum mechanics—start moving from theoretical and experimental research into practical, real-world........

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