TA: Unlocking the full potential of quantum computing
- Elise Quevedo
- Mar 16
- 1 min read
I spent part of my time at Mobile World Congress Barcelona this year exploring a technology area that still feels like science fiction to many people. Quantum computing.
During a short visit to see the latest developments around quantum research, I had the opportunity to learn more about IBM's Quantum System Two.
A system that is both impressive to see in person and beautiful to the naked eye, with its intricate design and colours. We are only at the beginning of understanding what quantum computing can achieve.
The UK recently announced that its most powerful quantum computer will be at the University of Cambridge through a strategic partnership with the quantum technology company IonQ.
For anyone following the global race for quantum leadership, this announcement reflects a growing recognition that quantum computing is moving from theoretical exploration towards practical national infrastructure.
I wrote in October 2025 that Europe had set a lofty target to dominate the world of quantum technology. That statement was not aspirational rhetoric.
Europe has been building the research ecosystem required to compete with the United States and China in this next era of computing.
The Cambridge and IonQ partnership shows that the strategy is moving forward.
The full research note was posted first in the publication "Tomorrow's Affairs" on March 15th 2026
