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As the push to develop quantum computing continues, what are the potential risks to New Zealand and is the country prepared to face them?
Last week Amazon became the third tech giant in recent months to unveil a prototype quantum computing chip.
Quantum computing would harness quantum mechanics to perform calculations at unprecedented speeds.
But as a "disruptive technology" it could also threaten existing encryption methods.
Dr Nicole Girvan has 25 years' experience in the IT industry and recently completed her doctoral research on cybersecurity and quantum computing technology at AUT.
She talks to Kathryn about what quantum computing advances could mean for New Zealand.