Quantum technologies have the potential to transform the digital economy and society, driving innovation towards groundbreaking applications. For instance, advances in quantum sensing, computing and communication are significantly expanding technological capabilities to gather, process and transmit information. This policy brief summarises the findings of a recent OECD paper that explores what quantum technologies are, their readiness for commercial use, the benefits they bring to economies and society, the risks they pose, and how governments can play a role in responsibly shaping their development.
