Entangled Things

Entangled Things

What if a Quantum Computing aficionado with expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning talked to a security expert interested in how Quantum Computing already impacts the world?

Episodes

October 14, 2025 34 mins

In Episode 125 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian are joined by Laurence Coldicott, curator of the Quantum.Tech series of events. Together, they explore the current state and future of quantum technology, the challenges of organizing quantum events, and the relationship between quantum computing and AI. Laurence also shares insights on the industry's growth and the importance of preparing for the future of quantum advanc...

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In Episode 124 of Entangled Things, Patrick is joined by Vijoy Pandey, Senior Vice President of Outshift by Cisco. Together, they explore the future of quantum networking, the power of entanglement, and how these breakthroughs will shape the next generation of technology. Vijoy also shares an exciting announcement: the launch of Cisco’s Quantum Software Stack.

Want to dive deeper? Don’t miss the Cisco Quantum Summit, happening Septe...

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In Episode 123 of Entangled Things, Patrick and Ciprian talk with Himadri Majumdar, Co-Founder and CEO of SemiQon, about scaling quantum with silicon spin qubits. Himadri shares how SemiQon is bridging research and industry, supporting academia, and advancing cryo-CMOS-compatible processors. The discussion covers the advantages of spin qubits (scalability, speed, and efficiency), as well as the challenges of improving fidelity. The...

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In Episode 122 of Entangled Things, Patrick is joined by Dr. Marcus Doherty, Co-Founder and CTO of Quantum Brilliance. Together, they explore the frontier of quantum sensing and diamond-based quantum technologies, and examine how building diverse talent pools will shape the future of innovation in this field. 

Dr. Marcus Doherty CSM is a scientist, educator, entrepreneur and soldier. As an entrepreneur, he is a co-founder and the Ch...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...
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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...

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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...

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In episode 113, Patrick and Ciprian unpack a major milestone in quantum teleportation from Oxford University, where scientists successfully linked two quantum processors using photons to collaboratively run algorithms across distance. They explore how this breakthrough advances distributed quantum computing, including teleportation between atomic ensembles and even logical operations—bringing us closer to scalable quantum systems.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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February 18, 2025 41 mins

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...

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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...

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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 ...

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