Quantum on the money [quantum computing in financial services sector]
J. Hayes · Engineering & Technology · 2019
Opinion is divided over when quantum computers will enter the commercial mainstream: IBM reckons four to five years; more conservative forecasts suggest not for a decade, at least. Whichever timeframe proves correct, it's probable that the financial services sector will be foremost to adopt quantum tech for line-of-business applications - and to bear the brunt of the challenges that early adopters always face. Quantum promises pros but also cons, especially in respect to the cyber-security liabilities that its power gives rise to. The article considers the impact it could have on cyber-risk exposure.