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A team at IonQ in College Park, Maryland, is developing a quantum computer to accelerate cancer drug discovery while posing risks to online security. The project, backed by over $1 billion in state and private funding, aims to make Maryland a hub for quantum technology.

However, the emergence of powerful quantum computers raises concerns about the potential to break encryption, impacting data security. Despite challenges, including competition and state policies, Maryland's government remains committed to advancing quantum research.