Quantum computing - hope or hype? Online panel debate together with the Institute of Physics (IOP).

In recent years, quantum computing has reached remarkable milestones – from scalable hardware and improved gate fidelities to high-level programming languages and even claims of quantum supremacy. Yet one of the most pressing questions remains: when – and if – quantum computers will deliver practical advantages for industry and society, especially in domains where classical high-performance computing currently falls short.

What technical hurdles must be overcome to reach this stage? Will there be sufficient financial investment and sustained interest to drive progress? And how will quantum computing compare to other emerging technologies such as neural networks and artificial intelligence?

These questions lie at the heart of our panel discussion, which brings together leading voices to explore the future of quantum computing: visionary promise or overhyped potential?