Alphabet's Google announced a major breakthrough in quantum computing, achieving what it calls the first-ever verifiable quantum advantage. [8, 11] CEO Sundar Pichai stated the company's 'Willow' quantum chip ran a new 'Quantum Echoes' algorithm 13,000 times faster than one of the world's leading supercomputers. [7, 8] This marks a significant milestone in the race to build a practical, fault-tolerant quantum computer. The achievement has substantial future implications, particularly in fields like drug discovery and materials science, by allowing for the simulation of molecular interactions. [7, 10] The 'verifiable' aspect of the breakthrough is critical, as it means the results can be replicated and validated by other researchers, lending more credibility and paving the way for more practical, real-world applications of quantum computing. [11]