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Quantum computing is the next technology megatrend

Quantum computing is fast emerging as the next disruptive technological megatrend. Built on the principles of quantum mechanics, it has the potential to exponentially expand the boundaries of computation, enabling tasks that are currently beyond the reach of classical computers. As the technology advances from theoretical frameworks to real-world applications, the investment opportunity is becoming increasingly clear.

The WisdomTree Quantum Computing UCITS ETF provides investors with access to this transformative theme by offering targeted exposure to companies across the full spectrum of the quantum computing ecosystem, ranging from pure-play innovators to leading diversified large-cap companies. With quantum technologies expected to revolutionise drug discovery, material science, energy & climate tech, supply chain management, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI), this exchange-traded fund (ETF) provides early participation in a market poised for long-term structural growth.

What is quantum computing?


Unlike classical computers, which store and process information in binary bits (0s and 1s), quantum computers use quantum bits or ‘qubits’. Owing to the quantum phenomenon ‘superposition’, qubits can exist in multiple states simultaneously. Superposition, alongside other quantum mechanics principles, enables quantum computers to evaluate a vast space of possible solutions simultaneously, which has the potential to unlock enormous computational efficiencies when the first fully fault-tolerant quantum computer becomes available.

This leap in computational power is expected to dramatically accelerate problem-solving in areas like molecular modelling, complex optimisation, and cryptography. While the technology is still developing, recent progress in hardware reliability, error correction, and quantum algorithms has brought us closer to realising ‘quantum advantage’—the point at which quantum computers outperform classical systems on meaningful tasks.

Quantum’s inflection point

Quantum computing is rapidly becoming an emerging reality, and we are at the precipice of unlocking decades of groundbreaking innovations. Today, we are at a turning point in the evolution of computational ability:

Why invest in the WisdomTree Quantum Computing UCITS ETF?

  • Early exposure

    Investing early in the cycle offers the potential to capture long-term growth as the ecosystem evolves and adoption accelerates.

  • A balanced approach

    Investing in both pure players and diversified companies balances out concentration and volatility risks associated with an emerging space.

  • Pure and relevant exposure

    WisdomTree’s selection and weighting of companies ensures high relevancy to the theme.

  • Expert-driven selection

    The portfolio benefits from close collaboration with the leader in quantum software, Classiq, bringing unparalleled expertise in the quantum computing space.

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1 McKinsey & Company, “Steady progress in approaching the quantum advantage”, April 2024.
2 ‘Q Day’ refers to the moment when quantum computers become powerful enough to break widely used public-key encryption systems.

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