This initiative focuses on accelerating education and adoption of quantum technologies in industrial sectors by facilitating practical applications and collaboration between leaders and stakeholders.
Quantum technologies have the transformative potential to revolutionize industries and economies globally in three key areas: computing, sensing, and communication and security. These technologies can, for example, optimize business operations through advanced machine learning and simulations, improve the accuracy of disease detection, and ensure secure data transmission with cutting-edge encryption, which is crucial for future-proofing cybersecurity.
This report presents significant opportunities and challenges of quantum technologies for the information and communication technology (ICT) sector. It highlights the benefits, addresses the risks, and offers potential solutions through industry case studies and policy frameworks informed by expert insights.
Health and healthcare systems are confronting a growing set of pressures - from rising chronic diseases to cost escalation, workforce shortages, persistent inequities, and increasingly complex data and cyber risks. At the same time, quantum technologies are reaching a level of maturity that makes their impact increasingly tangible.
Energy systems worldwide are facing mounting pressure. Rapid electrification, rising power demand from AI, growing cyber threats and the complexity of integrating renewables are reshaping how energy networks are planned and operated. As systems become more interconnected, traditional digital tools increasingly struggle to handle the scale and uncertainty of modern energy challenges. This is where quantum technologies are beginning to open new possibilities.
Quantum and Materials technologies enjoy a reciprocal relationship. On one hand, the deployment of quantum technologies such as advance modeling, simulations and powerful computing can accelerate materials discovery and process optimization. on the other hand, materials systems are essential for quantum infrastructure and for the establishment of a quantum economy. This working group explores how collaboration between the two sectors can increase mutually beneficial effectiveness.
This interactive tool allows you to dive into the detailed analysis of quantum technology use cases.
The Quantum Economy Network
A World Economic Forum Initiative