Entangled Things

In Episode 121 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by István Szilveszter, software engineer at Equal1. Together, they dive into the evolving world of quantum computing frameworks, the importance of developing industry standards, and the challenges of making quantum more accessible. From lowering barriers to entry to shaping the future of how we build and collaborate in quantum technologies, this conversation explore...

In Episode 120 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by Daniel Volz, Co-Founder and CEO of Kipu Quantum. Together, they explore how Kipu is tackling one of quantum computing’s biggest challenges: mapping real-world problems efficiently to the quantum realm. 

The conversation dives into making quantum advantage more accessible, the role of hardware-specific algorithms, and why cultivating a diverse talent pool is key to...

In Episode 119, Patrick and Ciprian welcome back Garland Garris of Accenture Federal Services for an insightful conversation on what it takes to prepare for a post-quantum future.

The trio dives into the challenges of separating hype from reality in quantum computing, the urgent need to futureproof cryptographic systems, and how to build resilience through Zero Trust principles. Garland also shares strategies for raising awareness a...

In Episode 118, Patrick welcomes back returning guest Prineha Narang, professor at UCLA and a leader at the intersection of quantum science and materials engineering.

They explore the accelerating trajectory of Quantum Computing, including the rising private venture interest, and how hybrid approaches are advancing both materials science and energy efficiency. From distributed quantum sensor networks to diverse quantum architectures...

In Episode 117, Patrick and Ciprian speak with Helen Young Hayes, Founder and CEO of ActivateWork. A former award-winning global fund manager turned workforce innovator, Helen shares how she’s helping underserved individuals achieve economic mobility through the dignity of work. 

The conversation explores building inclusive career pipelines, preparing future-ready learners for tech roles, and how ActivateWork’s unique approach deliv...

In Episode 116 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian go solo to explore whether 2025 will be the year quantum computing lives up to the hype. They dive into the rapid development of quantum chips, the scalability challenge, and how we’re beginning to bridge the gap between logical and physical qubits.

The conversation also covers:

• How quantum algorithms are evolving: from theory to real-world application
• The role of scaled part...

In this episode of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian welcome back quantum tech pioneer Dr. Bob Sutor, recognized as one of the top 20 individuals shaping the Quantum Technology Revolution.
Together, they explore the evolving frontiers of quantum innovation—from the significance of Majorana fermions to the role of error correction and the delicate balance between logical and physical qubits. The conversation navigates the DA...

In Episode 114 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian welcome back Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer at QuEra, for a lively and insightful conversation on the fast-moving frontier of quantum computing. They dive into the latest from NVIDIA’s NVQAC event, the challenge and promise of quantum error correction, and QuEra’s impressive $230M fundraising milestone. Yuval shares updates on the scalability of quantum systems, power s...

In Episode 112 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian sit down with Anurag Lal, CEO of Infinite Convergence Solutions, to explore the cutting edge of secure digital communication. The conversation dives into the capabilities of the NetSfere platform, the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography, and how organizations can future-proof their communications in an increasingly quantum-powered world. 

Don’t miss this deep dive into th...

In this episode of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian discuss Microsoft's groundbreaking quantum leap—Majorana 1. This revolutionary quantum chip is built on the Topological Core architecture, leveraging topoconductors to stabilize and scale qubits like never before. Microsoft’s bold vision: quantum computers that solve industrial-scale problems in years, not decades.

Join us as we explore how this innovation could lead...

In Episode 110, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by Brendan Barry, CTO of Equal1, to discuss the cutting-edge world of silicon-based quantum computing.

💡 Topics include:
🔹 The challenge of balancing temperature—keeping qubits cold while maintaining warm-enough electronics
🔹 Cryostat development & optimization
🔹 Quantum 2.0 and the path to logical, error-corrected qubits
🔹 Qubit fidelity and the quest for a sta...

In this episode of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian sit down with Matt Johnson, CEO of QC Ware, to explore the evolving landscape of quantum computing.

The conversation delves into:

• The interplay between Quantum Processing Units (QPUs) and traditional hardware.
• How Material Science is driving quantum advancements.
• The importance of educating the next generation of quantum-native professionals.

As quantum technology acceler...

In Episode 108 of Entangled Things, Patrick Hynds sits down with Matt Majchrzak, Junior Security Engineer at Pulsar Security, for an electrifying deep dive into the fundamentals of quantum computing.

From material modeling to the mind-bending mechanics of entanglement, this episode unpacks the core concepts shaping the future of computing. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just quantum-curious, this conversation will give you...

In Episode 107, Patrick sits down with visionary inventor and serial entrepreneur James Tagg for a mind-expanding conversation on the frontiers of quantum computing and beyond. They dive into the mysteries of collapsible wave functions, explore the rise of quantum startups, and even discuss the possibility of biological computers that could one day mimic human thought.

Could the future of computing blur the lines between machine int...

Mariia Mykhailova, a Principal Quantum Software Engineer at Microsoft Quantum, joins the podcast to discuss her groundbreaking work in the quantum computing field. In this episode, she introduces her new book, Quantum Programming In Depth: Solving Problems with Q# and Qiskit, which provides a comprehensive guide for developers navigating quantum programming. Mariia explores the differences between quantum and classical programming ...

 In Episode 105 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian welcome Frederic Rivain, CTO of Dashlane, for an insightful conversation on the evolving landscape of digital security. 

Together, they explore cutting-edge topics, including the complexities of identity management in a cloud-driven world, advancements in confidential computing, and the urgent need to prepare for Y2Q—the era when quantum computers could break today’...

In this special episode of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian explore the pivotal advancements that defined quantum computing in 2024 and set the stage for an exciting 2025. Dubbed "the year of error correction," 2024 saw groundbreaking progress, including Microsoft and Quantinuum's collaboration to create 12 reliable logical qubits using Azure Quantum’s qubit-virtualization system and the H2 trapped-ion quantum c...

In this captivating episode of Entangled Things, Srinjoy Ganguly returns to join Patrick and Ciprian for an engaging exploration of AI-assisted optimization and its synergy with quantum computing. As he embarks on his PhD journey in quantum computing in the UK, Srinjoy shares expert insights into the transformative impact of AI and quantum technologies on the future of innovation. Additionally, he offers practical advice for newcom...