Fierce Competition in AI and Quantum Technologies Leads to Major Security Concerns

The world could see a so-called ‘Q-Day’ as soon as 2025.

People walk past an AI sign at the All In artificial intelligence conference in Montreal on Sept. 28, 2023. The Canadian Press /Ryan Remiorz

News Analysis

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies have revolutionized our modern era, and many countries are competing for breakthroughs in their use in the military, encryption of communications, and the wider economy. However, such rapidly advancing technologies also come with significant risks and concerns.