Researchers urge businesses to engage early with quantum computing
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Updated · The Quantum Insider · May 8
Researchers urge businesses to engage early with quantum computing
13 articles · Updated · The Quantum Insider · May 8
In MIT Sloan Management Review, Avi Goldfarb and Florenta Teodoridis say firms should hire “boundary spanners”, run modest experiments and shield long-term work from short-term pressures.
They argue waiting creates a catch-22: companies seek proof before investing, but proof emerges only through experimentation that also helps steer developers toward useful applications.
Citing electricity and the internet, they say early movers shape value creation; examples include Lockheed Martin’s 128-qubit project and IBM’s 2016 five-qubit cloud launch.
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Quantum Computing in 2026: Navigating Proof-Driven Investment, Talent Shortages, and Urgent Cryptographic Risks
Overview
In 2026, the quantum computing market shifts from hype to proof-driven investment, with 44% of firms increasing budgets based on validated results while 50% wait for clear ROI. Government funding, especially after private investment dropped sharply, now drives growth, supported by initiatives like the US National Quantum Initiative Act. Quantum poses urgent security risks by threatening current encryption, yet only 9% of leaders have a plan for post-quantum cryptography. Hybrid quantum-classical systems overcome technical barriers, delivering real-world value in logistics, energy, and public services. Despite a severe talent shortage, breakthroughs and government support fuel a market projected to grow rapidly, emphasizing the need for strategic, evidence-based adoption.