Quantum Computers Explained: IBM’s Q System One, Applications, and GDPR Implications

Quantum computers are revolutionizing technology by leveraging qubits to solve problems far beyond the reach of classical computers. IBM is set to deploy a nine-foot-tall Q System One in Germany in partnership with the Fraunhofer Society, backed by a €650 million government investment. This cutting-edge technology has applications in healthcare, finance, materials science, and cryptography, while raising important legal and data privacy considerations under regulations like GDPR.