Microsoft Declares 2025 a Pivotal Year for Quantum Computing Readiness

Microsoft's 'Quantum Ready' program and Nvidia's upcoming Quantum Day reignite optimism in the quantum computing sector after recent skepticism.

Microsoft introduced its 'Quantum Ready' program, emphasizing tools, workshops, and resources to help businesses prepare for quantum computing advancements.
Nvidia announced a 'Quantum Day' for March 2025, aiming to showcase quantum computing's potential despite CEO Jensen Huang's prior skepticism about its timeline.
Quantum computing stocks, including D-Wave, Rigetti, IonQ, and Quantum Computing Inc., rebounded significantly after Microsoft's announcement and Nvidia's event plans.
D-Wave CEO Alan Baratz disputed Huang's claim that practical quantum computing is decades away, citing real-world applications already in use by companies like NTT Docomo and Ford Otosan.
While some experts agree universal quantum computing faces technical hurdles, others highlight progress in niche applications like optimization and hybrid systems.