On October 21, 2025, at 10:45 AM, a significant global event is scheduled to take place: the launch of the first fully operational quantum internet network. This groundbreaking technology aims to revolutionize data transmission by utilizing the principles of quantum mechanics, offering unprecedented security and speed for communications worldwide. Reflecting on the past, one month prior, on September 21, 2025, a major international conference on quantum computing was held in Tokyo, where leading scientists and tech innovators gathered to discuss advancements in the field and the implications of quantum technology for the future. Looking back a year, on October 21, 2024, a notable milestone was achieved when researchers successfully demonstrated quantum entanglement over a distance of 1,000 kilometers, paving the way for practical applications in quantum networking. Fast forward to 100 years ago, on October 21, 1925, the world was witnessing the rise of modern technology, with the introduction of radio broadcasting becoming a popular medium for entertainment and news, shaping the way information was shared. And if we go back 1,000 years to October 21, 1025, the world was in the midst of the Middle Ages, where significant events included the establishment of trade routes and the spread of knowledge through monasteries, laying the groundwork for the Renaissance that would follow in the coming centuries. This timeline illustrates the evolution of technology and communication, culminating in the historic launch of the quantum internet in 2025.
