Quantum Leap: IBM and Cisco Partner to Build Revolutionary Quantum Internet

Tech giants shake hands on next-generation network infrastructure that could redefine global connectivity.

The Quantum Alliance Forms

Two industry titans join forces in a landmark partnership that bypasses traditional networking limitations. IBM brings quantum computing expertise while Cisco contributes networking infrastructure dominance.

Beyond Classical Boundaries

The collaboration cuts through conventional internet constraints, promising unprecedented security and computational power. Quantum entanglement becomes the new backbone—moving data in ways classical physics can't explain.

What This Means for Finance

Banking systems could see encryption rendered obsolete overnight—though Wall Street will probably find a way to charge fees for quantum transactions anyway.

This isn't just an upgrade—it's a complete reinvention of how information moves across the planet.

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Interestingly, this WOULD connect large, powerful quantum machines capable of solving problems that today’s computers can’t handle. More specifically, the machines could help develop new medicines, design advanced materials, or solve large-scale mathematical problems. In addition, IBM is making a device (called a QNU) that connects each quantum computer to the network. Cisco is building the software and systems to make sure everything runs smoothly and stays connected.

Their long-term goal is to create a global network that links not just quantum computers, but also quantum sensors and secure communication tools. This could help with ultra-safe data sharing and the accurate monitoring of events, such as weather or earthquakes. IBM and Cisco also plan to support research at universities and labs to speed up progress. If all goes well, this future quantum internet could become a reality by the late 2030s.

Is IBM a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus rating on IBM stock based on eight Buys, five Holds, and one Sell assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. Furthermore, the average IBM price target of $300.58 per share implies that shares are trading NEAR fair value.