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The article identifies critical physical bottlenecks in quantum computing scaling, specifically noting that optical crystal growth rates are governed by fundamental physics rather than just capital investment. It further highlights geopolitical supply chain risks as a significant portion of the necessary optical fiber manufacturing remains concentrated in China. These factors present tangible constraints on the deployment timeline for commercial quantum hardware independent of software advancements.

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JPMorganChase, Commerce Dept. Detail Quantum Supply Chain Gaps

Quantum ZeitgeistOctober 12, 20264 min read

As quantum computers advance, sourcing lasers, optics & specialized materials is becoming critical, according to JPMorganChase & the U.S. Department of Commerce.

The scale of quantum computing’s ambitions is forcing a reckoning with earthly supply chains. Nate Gemelke points to the repeated use of the word “laser” in his company’s process as indicative of a critical vulnerability, as the industry shifts from proving viability to building machines at scale. “We used to think that we needed to produce really very, very bright lasers,” Gemelke said. “Now we’re realizing maybe we also need to be making reliable lasers.” A…

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