Gauging Australia's Preparedness for Quantum Computing

Csiro Futures

Michael Egan

Abstract Michael Egan, Director of Quantum Technologies for KPMG Australia, explains why when it comes to assessing cyber risk, long-term quantum preparedness should be high on the agenda.

Robson Giles

Herat Joshi

Peter Pockley

Silicon research in Australia has received a boost with the announcement that the government is to invest in research centres for quantum computers and advanccd solar cells at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). The work of both teams will depend on fabricating silicon of the highest purity with great precision. UNSW has a history of solar-cell research, including the formation of a spin-off company (see box).