SummaryEngineers at the University of Colorado Boulder have demonstrated a CMOS-fabricated photonic quantum chip that dramatically improves scalability, efficiency, and manufacturability—potentially unlocking affordable quantum systems within a decade. Classical Computing: The Photonic DifferenceUnlike traditional computers, Quantum computers don’t utilize bits and traditional chips. Additionally, future generations of quantum computers will use more qubits, meaning the most advanced quantum computers today are still just a drop in the bucket compared to what will be publicly available in a decade or so. Top Quantum Computing Stock to WatchThe quantum computing sector continues to expand, with competition increasing monthly. Investor Takeaway: Scalable photonic quantum hardware lowers barriers to entry across quantum computing, sensing, and networking.

Source: Forbes December 31, 2025 19:26 UTC