Quantum Computing: The Future Is Here (Although Spain Still Uses HTTP Servers)

Imagine being zero and one at the same time. We’re not talking politics or your love life—this is about qubits: the magical particles of quantum computing. A technology that, if all goes well, might just change the world. Or at least stop Excel from crashing every time you insert a pivot table.

And while the most advanced countries in the world are pouring billions into this tech, Spain proudly announces an €800 million investment in quantum technology. All great—except for the small detail that many public servers still casually show their directories to anyone passing by on Google using intitle:”index of”, no HTTPS, and exposing server and OS signatures like it’s a résumé. Don’t believe it? Copy and paste intitle:”index of” into Google and see who pops up first. Solid SEO, right?

What is quantum computing and why does it matter?

Quantum computing isn’t just about doing things faster. It’s about doing them in a radically different way.

Normal computers use bits: 0 or 1.

Quantum ones use qubits, which can be 0, 1, or both at the same time (yes, like your boss when you ask if the project scope is clear).

Because of this, they can process insanely complex combinations in parallel. It’s like trying to open 8 million boxes to find a needle, and the quantum computer goes: “Done, opened them all at once. Here’s your needle. Also, go get some sleep.”

What could we do with this tech?

Things that sound like science fiction—but are already happening in labs:

• Simulate molecules to find new drugs without testing 500,000 combos manually.

• Optimize logistics routes, cut energy consumption, improve weather predictions.

• Break current encryption systems, which is mildly terrifying if your password is still from your MySpace era.

• Boost AI to finally understand that “no” in an ad actually means no.

And why are we talking about Spain in the middle of this?

Because… we can’t help it ha ha ha

While we talk about qubits, superposition, and molecular simulations, back home some public entities still:

• Use HTTP like it’s 2005 and we’ve learned nothing.

• Run servers with open directory listings like “feel free to snoop around!”

• Share manuals on how to use digital certificates that require a second manual to explain the first.

And then you read Spain is investing €800 million in quantum tech and you think:

“Cool, but… maybe we should first check which ports are open and why there are random PDFs from 2007 floating on public servers like forgotten Tupperware in the office fridge?”

Not trying to mock (okay, maybe a little—constructively and with love), but this isn’t just about flashy announcements. It’s about building a real tech future from the ground up. And if those foundations are still PowerPoint slides and Windows Server 2003… maybe check your wiring before entering the multiverse.

What if the qubits escape?

Because let’s be honest, we already “lost” 15 gigawatts and no one really knows how or where they went. And electricity doesn’t even teleport… yet.

So imagine what could happen with a few rogue qubits. One Monday you wake up and see:

“€800 million evaporated in a quantum experiment.”

And you’re like: “So… like the EU recovery funds, but with more metaphysics?”

How do we get ready for this future?

1. Train, train, train
You can’t lead the quantum era if your staff still prints emails to read them. We need to train talent—starting in high school, all the way to the workplace—with real, updated content. (Spoiler: Flash is no longer relevant. Someone in a Spanish regional office must’ve fallen into a black hole.)

2. Secure the basics
Dreaming of quantum supercomputers while leaving your server room’s door wide open is not ideal. Basic cybersecurity is urgent. The future is quantum—but also very hackable.

3. Smart investment
It’s not just about throwing millions around. It’s knowing where they go. Into startups, universities, infrastructure, people who do this for fun… not into sparkly PowerPoints or €174 million websites that, for that price, should be quantum-powered, guess your destination before you click, book two tickets at once, and open a quantum tunnel between Madrid and Valencia—instead of giving you a 503 error when you try to pay.

4. Tech humility
Before we conquer quantum computing, let’s fix what’s not working today. Put things in order. Then, yes—let’s leap into the multiverse.

What if I couldn’t care less about all this?

Well, then:

• Keep wrestling with your company’s vacation request system (still running on Java 6).

• Try boarding the quantum train (unless Renfe cancels it).

• Or move to an island, chat with the fish, watch the future go by from your hammock, and wait for a quantum drone to deliver your breakfast (no onions, please).

Just make sure the island has decent WiFi—remote work in the quantum metaverse is still work.

Conclusion

Quantum computing isn’t just hype. It’s the future. But like all powerful tools, it needs responsibility. And common sense.

Spain is stepping in. Now let’s do it right—with vision, cybersecurity, education, and a bit of humor. Because if we don’t understand it, don’t manage it… one day we’ll ask:

“Where’s my data?”
And the quantum computer will reply:
“It’s there. And not there. And also on that server with no password :)”