thequantuminsider.com, May. 16, 2025 –
Quantum computing, a field leveraging quantum mechanics to perform computations beyond classical capabilities, is witnessing rapid advance toward commercial and research uses. As of early 2025, major players like IBM, Google, Microsoft, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave, IonQ, Quantinuum, Intel, Pasqal and Amazon are shaping the future with detailed roadmaps and predictions from their experts, CEOs, and former CEOs. This report, based on information from the companies and The Quantum Insider’s Intelligence Platform, delves into their strategies, timelines, and the broader implications, drawing from recent announcements and industry insights.
This is not an exhaustive list of the quantum computing companies that have published quantum roadmaps, nor is it a list of all the companies that are busy working toward quantum advantage, but just haven’t published a map yet. However, the list should give the reader some sense of the ambition — and the challenges — of creating quantum computers that can provide the computational power for some of the world’s biggest problems.
The roadmaps of these companies outline their paths to achieving quantum advantage, fault-tolerant computing, and practical applications. According to TQI’s Intelligence Platform, they vary by technology — superconducting qubits, trapped ions, topological qubits, and quantum annealing — each with unique challenges and milestones. Predictions from leaders provide insights into the field’s trajectory, reflecting both optimism and realism given the complexity of scaling quantum systems.