New Scientist - USA (2020-09-12)

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8 October 2020 1pm EDT/6pm BST


ONLINE EVENT:


QUANTUM


COMPUTING


For years, scientists have been exploring a new kind of computing that


harnesses the unique properties of the quantum world to extraordinary


effect. These machines promise to outperform even the most powerful


supercomputers, transforming everything from drug discovery to


machine learning and cybersecurity.


In this talk, Ilyas Khan, CEO and founder of Cambridge Quantum


Computing reveals how quantum computing is emerging as a reality


with investors and large corporations entering the ring. He’ll review the


rapid progress being made by a range of companies including Google,


IBM and Microsoft and ask whether it’s time to believe the hype.


Book before 24 September to get the early booking discount


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