Illinois, under Gov. Pritzker's leadership, is positioning itself as the quantum capital of the world with significant investments in quantum technology. This initiative aims to address complex problems through quantum computing.

Illinois is emerging as a quantum capital, driven by Governor JB Pritzker's $200 million investment in 2019. This effort has attracted significant federal and private investments, positioning Chicago as a hub for quantum development. Quantum technology promises to solve complex problems in fields such as traffic management, identity theft prevention, and early disease detection. Key institutions like the University of Chicago, Argonne National Laboratory, and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory are collaborating to advance quantum research and applications. The state's robust ecosystem and talent pool are pivotal in its quest to lead in quantum computing.

Quantum capital of the world: Emerging field that could solve ‘unsolvable’ problems