Riverlane’s Post

😲 "Error-correcting a quantum computer can mean processing 100TB every second." John Timmer from Ars Technica dives into Riverlane's technology, our roadmap and how many start-ups are targeting the hard problems in quantum. 📣 For Riverlane, we're targeting quantum error correction, aka "the huge amount of classical computations that are going to be necessary to make the quantum hardware work," according to John. "Regardless of the physics involved in controlling the qubits, everybody borrowed the same hardware from a different field [...] That makes it relatively easy to integrate Riverlane's hardware with a variety of systems." 📣 Our CEO Steve Brierley also gave a personal insight into why he's so passionate about QEC as the key to unlocking useful quantum computing, explaining to John why he's optimistic about the Riverlane roadmap and broader future of quantum computing. "I think we'll see the first long-lived logical qubit in the next 12 months, and we'll quickly get to hundreds of logical qubits in two to three years," Steve told Ars. 👉 Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ess9ZFwT

Interesting "hype check" article on IEEE Spectrum: Quantum Computing’s Hard, Cold Reality Check... It talks about how QC (Quantum Computing) has been hyped up to unrealistic expectations beyond what the technology was intended to deliver. "The main promise of quantum computing is the ability to solve problems far faster than classical computers, but exactly how much faster varies. There are two applications where quantum algorithms appear to provide an exponential speed up, says Troyer. One is factoring large numbers, which could make it possible to break the public key encryption the internet is built on. The other is simulating quantum systems, which could have applications in chemistry and materials science." Additionally, it wrote that "Another significant barrier is data bandwidth. Qubits’ slow operating speeds fundamentally limit the rate at which you can get classical data in and out of a quantum computer." ... " quantum computers will only really shine on small-data problems with exponential speed ups. All the rest is beautiful theory, but will not be practical"... https://lnkd.in/gmP_mSiS.

Interesting post in EET this morning on quantum computing. Over the years, my perspective on quantum computing has evolved from being alternately optimistic and pessimistic to now more of a pragmatic approach. The energy pouring into quantum computing- from literature, conferences, etc.. is following the pattern of how technology progresses into the mainstream. Generally speaking it sure seems like the quantum evolution is starting in the IT ecosystem. At Open Compute Project Foundation, we are objectively exploring Quantum and there is a community forming around fundamental implementation ideas. Interested in learning more about quantum computing? Check out the engaging quantum track we hosted at the previous EMEA Summit 2024. The insightful talks are definitely worth a listen! https://lnkd.in/g7jvDeQ2 If you're eager to get involved in this cutting-edge field, seize the opportunity to participate in our 2024 Global Summit by submitting proposals for talks, posters, and more. The call for proposals closes this Friday, the 21st. Don't miss out! https://lnkd.in/gQMwb9GC #ocp #quantumcomputing #ocpglobalsummit

Just wrote the text below as part of our weekly Forrester's Take email, thought I'd share it here. I'm attaching an older blog that may help put Quantinuum's announcement in context. I'm also working on a longer State Of Quantum Computing Platforms report, if you are interested: Another "Most Ever" Quantum Computing Announcement ______________ Quantinuum’s and Microsoft's recent update on neutral atom qubit error correction marks an advancement; their H2 quantum computer achieved an 800% error reduction, which they dubbed the “most reliable qubits ever.” Using 30 physical qubits, they formed four “logical” qubits and ran a circuit 14,000 times error free. However, neutral atoms still must prove their ability to run algorithms with exponential speed-ups. Error correction is key for quantum computing’s future. This development is significant, but it’s just one part of a long march toward usefulness. Watch for reactions from other qubit vendors, and focus your near-term efforts on quantum security. BTW: There is some really interesting new research on quantum algorithms for breaking lattice based encryption to unpack in the quantum security space. Hint: Quantum security will be one of our top emerging technologies for 2024. [Did I say that?] Here's a blog from my colleague Charlie Dai that I helped with. It may put all of these advancements in context.

In a few years, a quantum computer will outperform a classical computer in problem solving 🤯 Read Ville Kotovirta's recent blog on how your business can benefit and what you should already be doing. ⚛️ The era of targeted benefits in quantum computing lies within a 3–5-year time horizon. A quantum computer will then compute a particular useful problem better than a classical computer. ⚛️ "Business and industry should start exploring the potential of targeted benefits now, so that they can be harnessed as soon as possible," Kotovirta writes. Did you know that VTT’s five-qubit quantum computer is available for both commercial and research purposes? Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4dcmwHV #VTTBeyondTheObvious #quantumcomputer #quantumtechnology

Quantum Computers: The New Highly Visible Attractor Perez's talked about "highly visible attractors" - breakthrough technologies that capture attention and drive transformative change. An attractor, a physical manifestation of the change coming, was set to be a catalysts driving attention and investment. We don't believe it before we see it, right? Today, quantum computers are seeing the attractors. These pilot machines spark interest and investment across industries. As #QuantumComputing move from pilot projects to broader applications, they promise to redefine the boundaries of computing and #innovation. We just need to have #foresight to what all is impacted.

Quantum Education… How to explain quantum computing.

Quantum computing continues to make strides and the technical issues are being resolved. Waiting for quantum to be “real” puts your organization behind in understanding how quantum can be used for your specific use cases. https://lnkd.in/etzet82V

From McKinsey Insights: Quantum computing: The time to act is now https://lnkd.in/gQJMiyut