In December 2024, Google announced a significant breakthrough in quantum computing with the introduction of its latest quantum computer, featuring the advanced Willow chip. This cutting-edge machine has demonstrated the ability to solve complex problems in just five minutes—a task that would take traditional supercomputers trillions of years to complete. The Willow chip represents a substantial leap in quantum processing power, showcasing the potential to revolutionize various industries by tackling computations previously deemed infeasible. Despite the challenges that remain in the field of quantum computing, such as error rates and system stability, this achievement underscores the rapid advancements being made. Google’s progress in this domain highlights the transformative possibilities of quantum technology in solving real-world problems more efficiently than ever before.
Google Unveils Quantum Computer Capable of Trillions of Years’ Calculations in Minutes

Soumya Verma is Senior Correspondent at StartupFeed, covering startup policy, government schemes and early-stage funding in India. She writes from inside the ecosystem she reports on — working within one of North India's largest startup incubation centres, where she evaluates early-stage ventures on technology readiness and investor preparedness, and drafts funding proposals at crore scale under national innovation schemes. She has guided more than 75 plus founders through pitch, valuation and compliance, and reports on the same programmes she works with every day


