While I agree we could be a leader in this sphere, based on Canada’s previous historical performance in all other areas of national security and economics, the likelihood that our Canadian government will either:
Well, maybe, but as far as I can see, quantum computing isn't remotely close to being ready for prime time so I don't think we should be getting our shorts in a knot just yet.
Don't forget though.. it's not a question of when quantum computers are "ready for primetime" or widely available.. it's a question of when quantum computers will become available to the threat actors who target us for limited use in targeting us and the rest of their enemies.
Quantum resistant cryptography works fine on classical computers and we'll need to be using it long before quantum computing is widely available.
"Quantum computers will be exponentially faster and more powerful than classical computers."
This isn't necessarily true. Yes, in some areas but for others quantum computers will be inferior to classic computers including, like, computing (i.e. arithmetic, database searches etc).
While I agree we could be a leader in this sphere, based on Canada’s previous historical performance in all other areas of national security and economics, the likelihood that our Canadian government will either:
1) act quickly or
2) procure technology from a Canadian supplier
Is zero, IMO.
China would give us a great deal on quantum security devices.
Wait, the US is forcing Canada to move into the 20th century?
Time to get those elbows up.
21st, but who's counting 😉
I stand by my statement
Well, maybe, but as far as I can see, quantum computing isn't remotely close to being ready for prime time so I don't think we should be getting our shorts in a knot just yet.
Don't forget though.. it's not a question of when quantum computers are "ready for primetime" or widely available.. it's a question of when quantum computers will become available to the threat actors who target us for limited use in targeting us and the rest of their enemies.
Quantum resistant cryptography works fine on classical computers and we'll need to be using it long before quantum computing is widely available.
"Quantum computers will be exponentially faster and more powerful than classical computers."
This isn't necessarily true. Yes, in some areas but for others quantum computers will be inferior to classic computers including, like, computing (i.e. arithmetic, database searches etc).
Singularity is coming. Nothing to worry about.