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Australia risks falling behind in the global race if it adopts a reactive stance toward quantum computing, mirroring its earlier struggles with artificial intelligence adoption. The urgency is compounded by a significant public awareness gap and an impending need to transition to post-quantum cryptography by 2030 without specific federal legislation. This highlights a critical strategic divergence where policy and workforce development must accelerate to prevent another technological setback.

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Australia risks AI repeat unless it leads in quantum tech

Quantum ZeitgeistSeptember 24, 20264 min read

Australia risks repeating its reactive approach to AI unless it seizes the opportunity to become a global leader in quantum, according to SQA Director Professor Peter Turner on World Quantum Readiness Day (24 September). The Federal Government’s latest State of Australian Quantum Report 2024 indicates only 27% of Australians have heard of quantum technologies.

Australia risks repeating its reactive response to artificial intelligence unless it swiftly establishes itself as a global leader in quantum technology, according to Sydney Quantum Academy Director Professor Peter Turner. The warning comes on World Quantum Readiness Day, coinciding with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s address to the United Nations on digital safety, and highlights a potential disconnect between Australia’s public messaging and its quantum preparedness. “Sitting on the sideline is…

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