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Quantum computing in plain English: a good listen, read, watch and quantum term every day, plus free courses and live online events anyone can join. Found with the help of AI, checked by the WALKED UP team.

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A new listen, read, watch and quantum term every day

Today’s Listen

Mon, Nov 2

Curiosity Unbounded, Episode 19 — Quantum Computing: Promise, Hype and Reality↗QUANTUM AT WORK

Curiosity Unbounded (MIT) · Quantum computers aren't faster at everything; their likeliest early payoff is simulating chemistry and materials, and overpromising risks a 'quantum winter.'

Why it’s worth your time: MIT's president asks quantum engineer Will Oliver plain questions about what these machines can really do today and what is still hype. A good starting point for listeners with no physics background.

Today’s Read

Mon, Nov 2

Quantum Computing Shifts Business Forward↗QUANTUM AT WORK

BizTech Magazine · 4 min read · by Joel Keller

Why it’s worth your time: MIT's William Oliver gives business owners a grounded view: plan now but don't bet the farm, because today's machines aren't yet commercially useful and the urgent task is upgrading encryption.

Today’s Quantum Term

Mon, Nov 2

Decoherence

Qubits are so delicate that tiny disturbances, like stray magnetic fields or radio signals, can scramble the information they hold. When that information is lost, it's called decoherence.

Source: AWS↗

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Amazon Braket Getting Started↗FREE

Amazon (AWS) · Beginner

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Quantum computing for the very curious↗FREE

Quantum Country · Intermediate

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