- 24 June 2026
- book chapter
- Published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing
- p. 261-296
Abstract
This chapter examines the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence through the emerging field of Quantum Artificial Intelligence (QAI). The discussion explains how quantum principles such as superposition, entanglement, and quantum interference can enhance machine learning, generative AI, optimization, and intelligent systems beyond the limitations of classical computing. The chapter presents concepts of quantum computing, quantum machine learning, quantum neural networks, and hybrid quantum-classical architectures while also discussing applications in healthcare, cybersecurity, finance, manufacturing, and scientific research. In addition, the chapter addresses challenges related to scalability, explainability, cybersecurity, governance, ethics, and unequal access to quantum technologies. The chapter also introduces a conceptual QAI Ecosystem Model and outlines future research directions involving Quantum-enhanced Explainable AI, agentic AI, quantum internet systems, and quantum-safe cybersecurity.Keywords
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