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Published Dec 5, 2023

IBM's Jerry Chow explains the next phase of quantum computing

IBM's Jerry Chow delves into the next phase of quantum computing, exploring the synergy between AI and quantum technologies, IBM's approaches to overcoming manufacturing challenges, and the potential business applications as quantum systems integrate into cloud infrastructures and evolve with new innovations.
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  • AI Impact

    The acceleration of AI development is reshaping the quantum computing roadmap at IBM. explains how AI methods are being integrated into quantum computing, particularly through AI transpilation technology, which optimizes the mapping of problems onto quantum circuits 1. This innovation is now part of IBM's roadmap, highlighting the synergy between AI and quantum computing. Chow notes, "It's actually really fun in that AI impacts how we can accelerate quantum" 1. The demand for AI systems has influenced IBM's strategies, with quantum computing poised to complement AI workloads in the future 2.

       

    Future Prospects

    Looking ahead, the integration of AI and quantum computing promises significant advancements. IBM's new System Two is designed for scalability and modularity, enabling increased processors and enhanced classical computation interfaces 3. Chow emphasizes the potential for growth in this field, encouraging individuals to explore quantum computing opportunities. He states, "You can run and program a quantum computer tomorrow. We have freely available systems to run circuits on" 3. With the development of regional ecosystems and data centers, IBM is set to expand its quantum computing infrastructure globally, enhancing flexibility and data management 4.

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