Quantum computing is coming – Is the financial sector ready?
In early 2025, the Bank of Finland conducted a survey on the prospects, benefits and risks of quantum technology in the financial sector. Based on the survey responses, quantum tech-nology has the potential to reshape business activities significantly in the long term. Only a few tests and practical trials have been conducted so far, however, as the technology is im-mature. As the opportunities of quantum technology, respondents cited the improvement of risk management and information security and the development of investment activities. In-formation security was also highlighted among the risks, however.
