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When will the first useful quantum computer be developed?

Kalshi·Science and Technology·ends Jan 8, 2040

As of 14:22 UTC on 30 Oct 2026, the highest-priced of the 4 markets in “When will the first useful quantum computer be developed?” on Kalshi are “Before 2040” at 62%, “Before 2035” at 50% and “Before 2030” at 30% (-3pp in 24h). The event has $14 in Kalshi-reported 24-hour volume. pdata.world compares it with 24 related events on Manifold and Polymarket.

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If a quantum computer cracks 2048-bit RSA encryption using Shor's algorithm, or accurately simulates either the nitrogenase FeMo cofactor or cytochrome P450 enzyme before Jan 1, 2040, then the market resolves to Yes.

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opened · Aug 14, 2025opencloses · Jan 8, 2040
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