Scaling Big Data with Quantum Hardware: Opportunities and Challenges

Introduction The exponential growth of data in the digital age has pushed classical computing systems to their limits. Big data, characterized by its volume, velocity, variety, and veracity, demands innovative solutions to process and analyze information efficiently. Quantum computing, with its potential to perform complex computations at unprecedented speeds, offers a promising frontier for scaling big data applications. By leveraging quantum mechanical principles such as superposition, entanglement, and quantum tunneling, quantum hardware can tackle problems intractable for classical systems. However, integrating quantum hardware into big data workflows presents significant challenges, including hardware limitations, algorithmic complexity, and integration with existing infrastructure. This chapter explores the opportunities and challenges of scaling big data with quantum hardware, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state and future prospects. The Promise of Q...