International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

The Quantum Paradigm for Big Data: An Analysis of Algorithmic Potential, Implementation Challenges, and Future Trajectories

Kunwar Pal Singh

Published Sep 30, 2025• 0 citations

Abstract

Abstract This manuscript presents a thorough technical examination of how quantum computing algorithms are applied to the analysis of big data. The initial sections lay out the fundamental tenets of quantum computation alongside the defining traits of big data, which together establish the context of the computational environment. The central part of this review is dedicated to an in-depth look at three exemplary quantum algorithms: Grover's Algorithm, Quantum Principal Component Analysis (QPCA), and Quantum Support Vector Machines (QSVM). For each, the paper elaborates on their operational mechanics and the theoretical performance gains they offer compared to classical methods. This potential is then weighed against the significant practical obstacles characteristic of the Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum (NISQ) era. These challenges include quantum decoherence, the substantial overhead associated with quantum error correction (QEC), and the persistent data loading issue (qRAM). Additionally, the manuscript delves into the complex discussion surrounding "quantum advantage," covering "dequantization" theories that question the exclusivity of certain quantum performance enhancements. To illustrate the potential real-world effects, applications within the finance, healthcare, and logistics sectors are analyzed. The paper finishes with a summary of the current state of research, a review of industry and academic roadmaps, and a prospective view on the future path towards fault-tolerant quantum computing for big data applications.

DOI: 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i05.55162

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