Google Quantum AI Achieves Two Major Milestones, Microsoft Could Be a Winner
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1h ago
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Quantum Computing Milestone: Google Quantum AI demonstrated its first logical qubit prototype in 2023, proving the feasibility of reducing quantum computing errors, with expectations to achieve a large error-corrected quantum computer supporting at least 1 million qubits in the coming years, further solidifying its leadership in the quantum computing space.
- Microsoft's Technological Innovation: Microsoft's Majorana 1 quantum chip, introduced in February 2025, utilizes topological superconductor materials and claims to fit over 1 million qubits onto a chip the size of a palm, which, if successful, could position the company as a dominant player in the quantum computing industry and drive a technological revolution over the next decade.
- IonQ's Market Potential: With a market cap of approximately $18 billion, IonQ's trapped-ion architecture uses single atoms as building blocks for quantum computing, aiming to reduce quantum errors and enhance qubit coherence; despite currently being unprofitable, its diversified quantum technology development could yield substantial returns for long-term investors.
- Investment Opportunity Analysis: The current decade is viewed as a significant investment opportunity for quantum computing and generative AI, with innovations from companies like Google, Microsoft, and IonQ potentially offering investors considerable long-term gains, especially as technology continues to evolve.
Analyst Views on GOOG
Wall Street analysts forecast GOOG stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for GOOG is 336.08 USD with a low forecast of 255.00 USD and a high forecast of 400.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
15 Analyst Rating
14 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 330.340
Low
255.00
Averages
336.08
High
400.00
Current: 330.340
Low
255.00
Averages
336.08
High
400.00
About GOOG
Alphabet Inc. is a holding company. The Company's segments include Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets. The Google Services segment includes products and services such as ads, Android, Chrome, devices, Google Maps, Google Play, Search, and YouTube. The Google Cloud segment includes infrastructure and platform services, collaboration tools, and other services for enterprise customers. Its Other Bets segment is engaged in the sale of healthcare-related services and Internet services. Its Google Cloud provides enterprise-ready cloud services, including Google Cloud Platform and Google Workspace. Google Cloud Platform provides access to solutions such as artificial intelligence (AI) offerings, including its AI infrastructure, Vertex AI platform, and Gemini for Google Cloud; cybersecurity, and data and analytics. Google Workspace includes cloud-based communication and collaboration tools for enterprises, such as Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Drive, and Meet.
About the author

Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.







