Interpreted Prediction
Sustained investment in quantum computing development and talent is crucial, even with a long timeline, as it is a matter of national security; an adversary gaining a quantum advantage first would have far-reaching implications beyond cryptocurrency.
AI Evaluation Notes
Given the ongoing investment and research initiatives in quantum computing by various nations and organizations due to its potential implications for national security and cryptography, the prediction holds true to some extent. Several countries and companies have significantly increased their quantum computing development, although quantifying the exact level of sustained investment is challenging.