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Quantum Computing as a Service (QCaaS) is an emergent paradigm in the field of computing which provides users with access to quantum computing resources over the cloud. This service model allows individuals and organizations to perform quantum computing tasks without needing to own or directly operate quantum computers, which are complex and expensive to build and maintain. By leveraging QCaaS, users can experiment with quantum algorithms and perform high-level computations that classical computers find challenging. Providers of QCaaS typically offer a platform where clients can use pre-built algorithms or develop bespoke quantum software, catering to a market that ranges from research and development to industries looking to optimize complex problems such as materials science, cryptography, and logistics. Many major technology and specialised quantum companies are competing and collaborating in the QCaaS market. Prominent firms include IBM, which was one of the early adopters in offering cloud-based quantum computing services, Google, which is conducting leading-edge research and providing access to quantum processors, Microsoft through its Azure Quantum platform, and Amazon, offering quantum computing capabilities through AWS. Additionally, pure-play quantum computing companies like Rigetti Computing, IonQ, and D-Wave Systems provide specialized services and have established themselves as key players in this nascent market. Show Less Read more