Throughout 2019, quantum computing advanced from experimental promise toward structured deployment. Commercial platforms, cloud access, and national strategies emerged alongside urgent post-quantum security planning. While fault-tolerant systems remained distant, the year clarified operational pathways and strategic bottlenecks shaping future adoption.
In Q2 2018, quantum computing shifted from exploratory research to dedicated investments and infrastructure. Hardware advances focused on error correction, while post-quantum cryptography progressed via NIST standardization initiatives. National policies, funding, quantum networking milestones, and early software platforms strengthened the foundation for scalable quantum technologies.
The first quarter of 2018 marked a pivotal period for quantum computing, featuring bold hardware announcements such as Google’s 72-qubit Bristlecone processor aimed at quantum supremacy. NIST initiated post-quantum cryptography standardization to counter future quantum threats. Governments worldwide boosted funding and strategies, while software tools and enterprise partnerships expanded, laying groundwork for the field’s next decade.
Fortanix has teamed up with Carahsoft to bring advanced cybersecurity and post-quantum cryptography solutions to the Public Sector. This agreement allows Carahsoft to distribute Fortanix’s offerings through its reseller network and procurement programs, including NASA SEWP V and NASPO ValuePoint.