The word "quantum computer”, for those who are not very computer savvy, it may sound like something mysterious, almost science fiction; in truth, even for those who have had their hands in this sector, which is always full of innovations, hearing about the quantum computers It might evoke similar feelings.
These miracles of technology are, in fact, a tool as prodigious as it is difficult to obtain, due to the delicacy of the processes used to produce one and its cost. Or perhaps, it would be better to speak in the past tense, since very recently, an incredible novelty has shaken the sector: news has arrived from China that may be available soon for mass production the first portable quantum computers.
Although it is cautious to take it with a pinch of salt, this announcement could leave room for hope that products that are so admired yet unattainable, almost "mythological", could become a slightly more concrete idea, perhaps more within the reach of the public general, although they are mostly used by specialized industries and companies. Perhaps, a point of contact with the rest of the population would therefore be possible.
Quantum computers
Un quantum computer has the particularity of using quantum bits (also commonly called QuBits in jargon) to operate instead of classic bits. This is a substantial difference: a bit is able to assume only one value between 1 and 0, while a quantum bit has the ability to assume both at the same time.
On the practical side, this ability translates into the ability to run multiple processes simultaneously and faster, saving time and optimizing work efficiency. The process is possible by exploiting a magnetic field that interferes with the orbitals in which the electrons orbit around the nucleus of the atoms involved, modifying the atomic state and making the quantum bit go from 0 to 1 when necessary.
The atoms in question are those of a molecule called dimethylphosphite, whose composition makes it particularly suitable for being exploited in chemical processes and electromagnetic fields that enable the functioning of a quantum computer.
Of course, large quantities of the molecule are needed for the device to function: this would mean that a possible portable version, for reasons of costs and production processes, has a lower reserve, just as its performance will be lower than that of “classical” quantum computers.
Comparison between traditional computers and quantum computers
| Feature | Traditional Computers | Quantum Computers |
| Computing unit | Bits (0 or 1) | Qubit (0, 1 and superposition) |
| Processing capacity | Limited by a sequential architecture | Quantum parallelism |
| Calculation speed | Up to a few billion operations per second | Millions of concurrent operations thanks to overlap |
| Applications | Data processing, general applications | Cryptography, molecular simulation, complex optimization |
| Cost | Variable, accessible | Currently high (from 8.500 euros and up) |
| Technology | Classic electronics | Quantum mechanics and quantum phenomena |
| Reliability | Generally stable and proven | Still in development, with consistency challenges |
The most interesting news comes from China
In China, the manufacturing company specializing in quantum technology SpinQ Technology has released the first quantum computers laptops in the world, a computer that he had previously presented at a conference held in Macao and which is based on nuclear magnetic resonance technology.
The company had already launched in the 2020 Gemini, a first version of a desktop quantum computer, and is now preparing to dive back into this market with its own portable version. As mentioned before, if production were to start on a large scale, it would be a revolution in technology, and this time it would probably have a big impact on the lives of ordinary citizens and generally far from the IT sector.
Of course, the computer presented by SpinQ would have a price (and consequently performance) different and lower than those of traditional quantum computers marketed by companies such as IBM e Google: as anticipated, in order to produce a portable model on a large scale, the quantity of dimethyl phosphite used will have to be less than that of such devices.
How much can a quantum computer cost?
Il price of a quantum computer “classic” has a variable range, which however does not remain within low figures: although the official prices of quantum computers from IT giants such as Google have not been made public, the estimate of the price at which it is possible to purchase one of these devices reaches almost ten million dollars (10-15 million dollars is the most quoted budget).
The cost of a device among those presented by the Chinese company SpinQ, obviously, would be scaled down to the capabilities and functions that it would have. At the conference in Macao, the company SpinQ presented three models of different sizes and different costs: the first, Gemini Mini, a 2-QBit system with a touchscreen and weighing about 14 kilograms, is the cheapest, coming in at around $8.700.
The second model is called Gemini, the older brother of the previous one, with an 8 Qbit system, identical processor but larger dimensions, for a cost of about 40.000 dollars. The latest and most expensive quantum computer unveiled by the Chinese manufacturing company is triangulum, with a 3-qbit operating system and a “supplemental” software called SpinQuasar, which should optimize its performance. The cost of this model is around 57.000 dollars.
Of course, they seem like peanuts compared to the price of a “real” quantum computer, just as their skills seem extremely limited: you don't have to believe that quantum computers are about to arrive in the homes of all citizens, but, as written before, this launch could be an opportunity for the general population to finally have more contact points with this technology that seems destined to soon dominate the technological frontier and penetrate deeply into our lives.
Quantum Computers and Online Gaming
The introduction of quantum computers has had an impact on numerous sectors, certainly not sparing the gaming and entertainment sectors. online betting. We have already explained in fact how these devices have the capacity to process information, process data and perform operations infinitely faster than classic computers thanks to their nuclear magnetic resonance technology.
This would also have significant weight in the world ofiGaming and online games in Italy and in general in the rest of the world, allowing to implement and better manage numerous functions that could improve not only the net profits of the industry but also the experiences of users who use this sector on a daily basis as source of entertainment. A major improvement could be made to the security of betting sites.
I cryptographic systems traditional ones that are still used today for this purpose can in fact still be targeted by hackers, if they have advanced resources. This risk would not be run with the help of the technology available to a quantum computer, which uses the quantum mechanics and implements it into its encryption systems, making the experience on the site that benefits from such protection safe and hack-proof for its users.
Quantum computers would also be able to perform calculations much faster and this would benefit the game data, which would be calculated more quickly so that the player can have the results he needs sooner to know whether he has won or not.
Another similar aspect where these skills would be applicable with great results is the random number generation (NRG), an area in which quantum technology would provide a further guarantee of true randomness and transparency in the generation of numbers that are truly random and ensure the same chances of winning for everyone.
Finally, introduce these devices into the world of online betting would also guarantee a better experience for the merchants, who would have a faster and more precise way thanks to their technology to better understand the situation and the market needs, to better manage their business and offer customers the best possible service. Expanding within the market in compliance with requirements of its customers would in fact become simpler and quicker, allowing the sector to evolve more quickly and without any obstacles whatsoever.
