A quantum leap into reality

The IBM Quantum Starling project represents a significant breakthrough in fault-tolerant quantum computing, paving the way for real-world applications in various fields. Current quantum computers are primarily confined to research and academic use due to their limitations in size, stability, and error correction. Starling’s core innovation lies in its ability to correct errors that naturally occur in quantum computations, enabling more reliable and accurate results. How will Quantum Starling, expected to be operational by 2029, bridge the gap between quantum potential and business reality? How will it address previous limitations and what use cases will emerge? Where does India stand in the global quantum race? Sudhir Chowdhary spoke to industry leaders to decode the quantum maze.