NEC Corporation has announced it is halting its research and development of superconducting quantum computer hardware. The company cited long commercialization timelines and high capital investment as reasons for the pivot. NEC will now focus on quantum-inspired annealing and classical emulation, shifting its resources towards software and optimization services. This strategic move, reported by Nikkei Asia, marks a significant change for a company that pioneered superconducting qubits. How will this impact the broader quantum hardware landscape and the race for quantum advantage?

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