Transportation and logistics could see improvements worth $400 million to $1.2 billion, while energy represents the largest opportunity, with Oil & Gas savings of $6–30 billion
Quantum computing is set to unlock over $50 billion in value across industries, said Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in a recent report released in collaboration with the Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF). The comprehensive study examines how quantum technologies are transitioning from laboratory research to commercial applications, presenting organizations with opportunities alongside cybersecurity challenges.
The report revealed that transportation and logistics could see improvements worth $400 million to $1.2 billion, while energy represents the largest opportunity, with Oil & Gas savings of $6–30 billion. Reflecting this potential, organizations are already committing nearly $13 billion globally in quantum technologies by 2025.
Cybersecurity remains key risk in quantum computing adoption
The report underscores that while quantum computing will deliver immense opportunities, it also poses urgent cybersecurity challenges for organizations in the GCC and across the globe. Traditional encryption methods face the risk of being rendered obsolete by quantum decryption capabilities, exposing critical data to threats such as “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks.
To address this, organizations must act now, combining post-quantum cryptography with innovations like quantum key distribution to create resilient, layered defenses. Building these safeguards early is essential to protecting market trust and ensuring long-term security in a quantum future.
“The region stands at a unique inflection point where substantial sector investments intersect with quantum computing capabilities. Government initiatives across the GCC show great maturity in quantum early adoption, from optimizing oil and gas operations to developing quantum-safe smart city infrastructure. Through strategic partnerships with global quantum leaders, the GCC is positioning itself as a quantum-ready economic powerhouse by integrating quantum capabilities into critical industries while strengthening cybersecurity defenses,” said Shoaib Yousuf, managing director and partner at BCG.
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Spearheading the next era of business success
The report also outlines a strategic approach for quantum success, beginning with a comprehensive assessment, where organizations evaluate quantum-related cybersecurity risks and analyze high-impact use cases suitable for proof-of-concept projects. In the following phase, organizations define measurable strategic goals, prioritize scalable use cases and build partnerships. The pathway culminates in launching targeted proof-of-concept projects while strategically investing in training, talent acquisition and R&D with concrete milestones and progress-tracking metrics.
“We are witnessing the convergence of computational innovation, cybersecurity transformation and unprecedented market opportunities. Organizations that strategically balance quantum adoption with quantum resilience will spearhead the next era of business success. This requires immediate action to build capabilities while strengthening defenses,” added David Panhans, managing director and senior partner at BCG.