Quantum Wampum: Public Relations Output
September 23, 2019
Quantum computing generates PR wampum. Forget useful, cost effective, programmable computation. PR may be the true measure of quantum goodness.
Google modestly suggested that its wizards and wizardettes have achieve “quantum supremacy.” As I said, understated, tasteful. A Google-infused report explains that “Its quantum computer can solve tasks that are otherwise unsolvable.” CNet has the details.
IBM, not to be outdone, will roll out for your personal use a 53-qubit quantum computer in six or seven weeks. In fact, according to ExtremeTech:
The new 53-bit quantum computer will join the array of devices available through IBM’s Quantum Computation Center, which currently offers 10 quantum computers — five 20-qubit systems, one 14-qubit system, and four 5-qubit systems. Within a month, it’ll have 14 systems running, including the new 53-qubit machine.
And, IBM is positioning these devices as a “commercial” product / service.
Imagine. Cloud access to a quantum computer and an online ad vendor declaring itself the Big Dog in qubits. What’s next? More PR seems probable.
Stephen E Arnold, September 23, 2019
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