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February 4, 2025 35 mins

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 intelligence and consciousness? Don’t miss this fascinating discussion that bridges cutting-edge science with the entrepreneurial spirit driving quantum innovation.

James Tagg is a serial entrepreneur and award-winning author. He was one of the original inventors of the touchscreen. He founded Truphone, the world’s first global mobile operator, made the first mobile phone call over the Internet and developed the eSIM. He holds over 200 patents. 

He studied Physics and Computer Science at Manchester University, Design at Lancaster University and Engineering at Cambridge University. Founded the Penrose Institute with Roger Penrose and his first book, Are the Androids Dreaming Yet?, explores the limits of artificial intelligence and the differences between humans and computers.  He is a founder and Chief Architect of World Mobile and his new venture Valis, is developing a quantum biocomputer. 

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