The new quantum computing chip of Google has the potential to change the way startups operate in 2025. It is learned that Willow is equipped with 105 qubits and is almost twice as powerful as predecessor Sycamore. It can perform calculations within five minutes and particularly those which our current supercomputers take billions of years to do.
Startups in industries like healthcare, logistics and renewable energy could be the main beneficiaries with Willow quantum chip. A pharmaceutical startup for example could use it to speed up drug discovery and this can be done by simulating molecular interactions faster. Similarly, renewable energy startups can also optimize energy grids or improve battery technology with new levels of efficiency and sustainability. Problems that seemed unsolvable just a few years ago could now be within reach.
The chip is learned to bring some exciting possibilities for advanced technologies like AI and startups can analyze vast datasets much faster than what they do with the help of AI tools. Imagine personalized healthcare solutions that offer real-time insights or recommendation systems that are far more accurate than anything available today.
However, the level of computational power also raises concerns and especially in cybersecurity. Quantum computing could potentially break the encryption methods and unprotect online systems. Companies that develop quantum-safe encryption could become some of the most important players in tech. It is a chance to solve a real as well as urgent problem that affects almost every sector.
Another exciting aspect of Willow is the potential for wider access. Google might make quantum computing more available to startups and it could be through cloud platforms or partnerships. Smaller companies can experiment and innovate without getting equipped with expensive hardware.
