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Experts estimate that within the next five years, initial practical uses of quantum computing could emerge, dramatically transforming global technology landscapes. The impending "Q-day," when quantum computers could crack encryption standards protecting digital data, remains a significant concern for cybersecurity.

The Dawn of the Quantum Era and Global Competition

In summary, the coming decades are poised to witness unprecedented shifts driven by technological innovation and regional security dynamics. The race for quantum supremacy, Chinese military modernization, North Korea’s missile provocations, and regional conflicts in Southeast Asia underscore a complex web of challenges that threaten global stability.