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The Economic Pressure Behind Quantum Computing
Experts discuss the economic pressure that is driving the development of quantum computing as a way to achieve quantum supremacy, where a quantum computer can perform a well-defined task much faster than any classical computer available.
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The economic pressure during the Cold War led to a chain of engineering breakthroughs resulting in Moore's law, but the advancement of computer technology cannot continue indefinitely due to fundamental limits.
52:29 - 56:44 (04:15)
Summary
The economic pressure during the Cold War led to a chain of engineering breakthroughs resulting in Moore's law, but the advancement of computer technology cannot continue indefinitely due to fundamental limits.
ChapterThe Economic Pressure Behind Quantum Computing
Episode#72 – Scott Aaronson: Quantum Computing
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this podcast, the speaker explains the definition of quantum supremacy, which is when a quantum computer can complete a well-defined task faster than any classical computer algorithm.
56:44 - 58:21 (01:36)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker explains the definition of quantum supremacy, which is when a quantum computer can complete a well-defined task faster than any classical computer algorithm. The task must be well-defined, but not necessarily useful.