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What are the most promising applications of quantum computing today, and how can we expect them to impact fields like medicine, finance, and logistics in the near future?

Quantum computing promises to revolutionize many sectors, but understanding where its impact will first become tangible remains an open question. For those working in or studying quantum computing:
What practical applications do you see quantum computing enabling within the next 5-10 years?
How do current quantum algorithms like quantum annealing or variational algorithms help solve real-world problems in areas like drug discovery, portfolio optimization, or supply chain management?
Are there specific fields or problems where quantum computing might make an impact sooner than others, and what are the hurdles in achieving these outcomes?

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danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

One example of practical application: **By considering multiple routes simultaneously, quantum computers can identify more efficient paths, minimizing delivery times and fuel consumption. Imagine the competitive advantage that a delivery company could enjoy if quantum optimization reduced its fuel costs by 10% to 20%

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

I think I found a good paper published by Cornell U. on the subject. If this is of interest to you, this is the reference: https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.02279
Challenges and Opportunities in Quantum Optimization
Recent advances in quantum computers are demonstrating the ability to solve problems at a scale beyond brute force classical simulation. As such, a widespread interest in quantum algorithms has developed in many areas, with optimization being one of the most pronounced domains. Across computer science and physics, there are a number of different approaches for major classes of optimization problems, such as combinatorial optimization, convex optimization, non-convex optimization, and stochastic extensions. This work draws on multiple approaches to study quantum optimization. Provably exact versus heuristic settings are first explained using computational complexity theory - highlighting where quantum advantage is possible in each context. Then, the core building blocks for quantum optimization algorithms are outlined to subsequently define prominent problem classes and identify key open questions that, if answered, will advance the field. The effects of scaling relevant problems on noisy quantum devices are also outlined in detail, alongside meaningful benchmarking problems. We underscore the importance of benchmarking by proposing clear metrics to conduct appropriate comparisons with classical optimization techniques. Lastly, we highlight two domains - finance and sustainability - as rich sources of optimization problems that could be used to benchmark, and eventually validate, the potential real-world impact of quantum optimization.

RMTboy

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Posted by RMTboy

would you have any reference to a scientific paper showing these numbers ?

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

The reference is: "How quantum computing will transform logistics" by Yuval Boger in www.forbes.com
Hope this will help you. Have a great day.

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

**By reducing computation time significantly, quantum computers help logistics.

RMTboy

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Posted by RMTboy

What does this mean exactly ?

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

In algo trading, quantum computers can support more efficient and precise algorithms for trading on financial markets.

RMTboy

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Posted by RMTboy

do you know in the world who is working particularly on that ? do you have any paper I could read ?

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

These are the references I found that may help you. They appear in a literature review by Mohammed Fourmou and the article's name is "Practical algorithmic high-frequency trading" (however, they don't seem to acknowledge the use of quantum computers): to me algo trading is already so highly sophisticated that I wonder how quantum computers can improve it!) References Carasik, Bob, "IT Infrastructure for High-Frequency Trading" (2013). WHICEB 2013 Proceedings. 13. Shigeki Kohda. Kenichi Yoshida. Characteristics and Forecast of High-frequency Trading Christian Leber, Benjamin Geib, Heiner Litz. (2011) High Frequency Trading Acceleration using FPGAs Andrew Boutros, Brett Grady, Mustafa Abbas and Paul Chow. High Frequency Trading Acceleration using FPGAs Michael Aitken, Douglas Cumming, Feng Zhan. Trade Size, High Frequency Trading, and Co-Location Around the World* European Journal of Finance, forthcoming Wendy L. Currie, Jonathan J. M. Seddon. The regulatory, technology and market ‘dark arts trilogy’ of high frequency trading: a research agenda. Journal of Information Technology (2016) Michael A. Goldstein, Pavitra Kumar, Frank C. Graves. Computerized and High-Frequency Trading. The Financial Review 49 (2014) 177–202 Ajay Acharya. Dr. Nandini. S. Sidnal. High Frequency Trading with Complex Event Processing. 2016 IEEE 23rd International Conference on High Performance Computing Workshops Boming Huang, Yuxiang Huan, Li Da Xu, Lirong Zheng & Zhuo Zou. Automated trading systems statistical and machine learning methods and hardware implementation: a survey. (2019) Automated trading systems statistical and machine learning methods and hardware implementation: a survey, Enterprise Information Systems, 13:1, 132-144, DOI: 10.1080/17517575.2018.1493145 Mohammad Sadoghi, Martin Labrecque, Harsh Singh, Warren Shum, Hans-Arno Jacobsen University of Toronto. Efficient Event Processing through Reconfigurable Hardware for Algorithmic Trading. Joel Hasbrouck and Gideon Saar. (2005). Technology and Liquidity Provision: The Blurring of Traditional Definitions. Gregory Laughlin Anthony Aguirre and Joseph Grundfest. Information Transmission Between Financial Markets in Chicago and New York. James J. Angel. When Finance Meets Physics: The Impact of the Speed of Light on Financial Markets and their Regulation. The Financial Review, Forthcoming, May 2014 ALEX FRINO, VITO MOLLICA* and ROBERT I. WEBB. THE IMPACT OF CO‐LOCATION OF SECURITIES EXCHANGES’ AND TRADERS’ COMPUTER SERVERS ON MARKET LIQUIDITY C.T. Brownlees , G.M. Gallo. Financial econometric analysis at ultra-high frequency: Data handling concerns.∗ Computational Statistics & Data Analysis 51 (2006) 2232 – 2245. Andrei Kirilenko; Richard B. Sowers; Xiangqian Meng. A multiscale model of high-frequency trading. Algorithmic Finance (2013), 2:1, 59-98 DOI: 10.3233/AF-13017 Jiahao Chen , Xiaofei Li. Analysis of frequent trading effects of various machine learning models. School of Information and Mathematics, Yangtze University, Jingzhou 434023, Hubei, China. Kiyoshi Kanazawa, Takumi Sueshige, Hideki Takayasu, and Misako Takayasu. (2018). Derivation of the Boltzmann Equation for Financial Brownian Motion: Direct Observation of the Collective Motion of High-Frequency Traders. DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevLett.120.138301 Babak Mahdavi-Damghani. Introducing the HFTE Model: A Multi-Species Predator–Prey Ecosystem for High- Frequency Quantitative Financial Strategies. EQRC & Oxford-Man Institute of Quantitative Finance. Pietro FODRA. Huyên PHAM. (2013). High frequency trading in a Markov renewal model Álvaro Cartea† and Sebastian Jaimungal‡. (2013). Modeling Asset Prices for Algorithmic and High Frequency Trading Forthcoming in Applied Mathematical Finance.∗ Statistical Modeling of High-Frequency Financial Data: Facts, Models, and Challenges. IEEE SIGNAL PROCESSING MAGAZINE (2011). Luc Bauwens and Nikolaus Hautsch. Modelling Financial High Frequency Data Using Point Processes. YOSIHIKO OGATA. (1978). THE ASYMPTOTIC BEHAVIOUR OF MAXIMUM LIKELIHOOD ESTIMATORS FOR STATIONARY POINT PROCESSES. Ann. Inst. Statist. Math. ROBERT F. ENGLE AND JEFFREY R. RUSSELL. (2014). Autoregressive Conditional Duration: A New Model for Irregularly Spaced Transaction Data. http://www.jstor.org/stable/2999632 Clive G. Bowsher. (2012). Modelling Security Market Events in Continuous Time: Intensity Based, Multivariate Point Process Models. V. Chavez-Demoulin, J.A. McGill. (2012). High-frequency financial data modeling using Hawkes processes. Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Lausanne, Switzerland. Emmanuel Bacry. Jean-François Muzy. (2013). Hawkes model for price and trades high-frequency. Mandes, Alexandru. Algorithmic and high-frequency trading strategies: A literature review. MAGKS Joint Discussion Paper Series in Economics, No. 25-2016 PETTER N. KOLM & LEE MACLIN. Algorithmic Trading. Encyclopedia of Quantitative Finance (EQF). Joel Hasbrouck, Gideon Saar. (2013) Low-latency trading. Journal of Financial Markets 16 (2013) 646–679. Yacine Aı̈ l t-Sahalia. Mehmet Sağlam. (2021). High Frequency Market Making: The Role of Speed. S. V. S. P. P. Jaya Sankar Krishna a, Akankhya Panda b, Pappu Sindhuja. (2023). Algorithmic Strategies in High Frequency Trading: A Comprehensive Review. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55248/gengpi.4.1123.113132 Brandon Beckhardt, David Frankl , Charles Lu, and Michael Wang. (2016). A Survey of High-Frequency Trading Strategies Steve Yang, Mark Paddrik, Roy Hayes, Andrew Todd, Andrei Kirilenko, Peter Beling, and William Scherer. Behavior Based Learning in Identifying High Frequency Trading Strategies. Marcos M. López de Prado, Ph.D.. (2011). Advances in High Frequency Strategies. Library of Congress Control Number: 2011904210 David Easley. Marcos M. López de Prado. Maureen O’Hara. (2012). THE VOLUME CLOCK: INSIGHTS INTO THE HIGH FREQUENCY PARADIGM High frequency trading strategies. (2021). https://ssrn.com/abstract=2973019 ÁLVARO CARTEA. SEBASTIAN J AIMUNGAL. RISK METRICS AND FINE TUNING OF HIGH-FREQUENCY TRADING STRATEGIES. Mathematical Finance, Vol. 00, No. 0 (xxx 2013), 1–36 Marco Avellaneda & Sasha Stoikov. (2006). High-frequency trading in a limit order book Joel Hasbrouck. (2016). High Frequency Quoting: Short-Term Volatility in Bids and Offe

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

quantum algorithms can improve and streamline medical imaging, allowing for early-stage diagnosis of conditions. Quantum techniques can process genomic datasets much faster, facilitating personalized medicine.

danielle bertola reymond

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Posted by danita

Sorry, I have not been very inventive, these answers are on the internet.

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