Quantum’s “impossible problem” is finally shiftingfrom science → engineering.
In Part 2 of myconversation with Yuval Boger (CCO, QuEra)on Beyond the Qubit, we went deep into Error correction, Scaling and the physics that will determine which platforms survive.
Hereare the insights 👇
1. Every qubit technology has a fundamental weakness…until you correct it.
Yuval put itbluntly:
“Qubitsare fragile. Everything in the universe wants to disturb them.”
Cosmic rays,vibrations, electromagnetic noise, even a gate failing 1 in 10,000 times becomes catastrophic when your algorithmrequires millions of operations.
This is why error correction is the real battleground.
Not qubit count.
Not coherence time.
Not marketingslides.
This clicked for me:you don’t win by adding more qubits, you win byadding the right ones.
2. Mobility changes everything about logical qubits.
Most qubit platformsare fixed in place.
Neutral atoms move, and that changes the math.
Yuval gave a visualI can’t unsee:
Two logical qubits,each made of five physical qubits.
Static hardware?
You must connectthem pair by pair, accumulating errorswith every handshake.
Neutral atoms?
➡️ Move the qubits physically
➡️ Apply one pulse of light
➡️ Create all interactionsin parallel
Parallelism → feweroperations
Fewer operations →fewer errors
Fewer errors → farfewer physical qubits needed per logical qubit
Neutral atoms aren’tjust another modality, they’re a differentscaling strategy.
3. The telecom analogy that reframes the entirearchitecture
I comparedsuperconducting qubits to fixed fiber and neutral atoms to wireless networks.
Yuval extended itbeautifully:
If the central nodefails, fixed-line users are stuck.
Wireless? You movethe tower closer and reconnect.
Neutral atomsprovide that same architectural freedom:
4. Neutral-atom scaling isn’t PowerPoint. It’sphysics.
Many companies claimthey’ll scale.
Yuval asked thequestion that matters:
“Areyou relying on miracles, or engineering?”
Neutral atoms scalethrough:
Scale-out acrossmachines? Possible.
But what struck meis that scaling within a single system has aclear physics-based roadmap, unlike many competing architectures.
5. Error correction is no longer theoretical, QuEra isdemonstrating it.
Yuvalwalked through the early steps:
He didn’t revealtheir full roadmap, but the direction is unmistakable.
6. Quantum is becoming practical and customers arevoting with usage, not words.
Yuval shared severalsignals that quantum is crossing from research into industry:
These aren’texperiments, they’re real workloads on real systems.
Talk is cheap; usageis not.
This isn’t hype.
This is earlyindustrialization.
🤔 Which modality do you believe reaches fault-tolerant scale first?
Neutral atoms?Superconducting? Trapped ions? Photonics?
Or somethingcompletely different?
I’d love to hearyour perspective.
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“Quantum computers today still can’t outperformclassical systems, and that’s exactly why this moment matters.”
That was one of thefirst things Yuval Boger (CCO, QuEra)told me during our deep dive on Beyond theQubit.
And it genuinelyreframed how I look at the entire quantum industry.
Here’swhat most people miss 👇
1. Quantum today isn’tabout solving problems. It’s about preparing for the moment it can.
Yuval explained thatwith fewer than ~50 perfect qubits, a supercomputer can simulate everythinganyway.
So the currentsystems, noisy, small, early, are notthe point.
What matters is trajectory.
QuEra’s mission?
➡️ Build quantum computers with hundreds, thousands, andeventually tens of thousands ofhigh-fidelity neutral-atom qubits. Because that’s where classical methodsbreak, and quantum starts to matter.
2. Neutral atoms don’t just improve quantum computing.They change the rules.
Most qubittechnologies are manufactured.
Neutral atoms are natural, identical, and stable at room temperature.
A few thingssurprised me:
This isn’ttheoretical. It’s running today on AWS Braket.
3. One advantage people underrate: MIT +Harvard → QuEra
Four founders camefrom MIT and Harvard.
Two still contributeweekly.
Neutral-atom systemsevolve fast in academia, beingphysically close lets QuEra commercialize breakthroughs months or even yearsahead of competitors
That proximityenables:
It’s an unfair advantage, in the best possible way.
4. Yuval’s biggest lesson (and the most transferableone): customer curiosity
Not physics.
Not algorithms.
Not hardware.
➡️Customer curiosity.
He listens not forwhat customers say today, but for what they’ll need 18 months from now.
It’s a mindset thatcontributed to QuEra’s roadmap.
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This week on Beyond the Qubit, I sat down with Yuval Boger, CCO of QuEra, and he said something that hit me hard:
“Quantum computers today are almost useless… butthat’s exactly why now is the most exciting time.”
Here’swhat I learned 👇
1. Neutral atoms might be the first scalable path to real quantum advantage
Most qubits aremanufactured.
Neutral atoms are perfect by nature.
No fabricationdefects.
No calibrationbattles.
No cryogenic fridgesthe size of a room.
A laser tweezertraps each atom.
A laser moves itwherever you want.
A single laser pulsecan operate on multiple qubits in parallel.
This means:
It’s wild.
2. Customer-first thinking is QuEra’s secret weapon
Before we eventouched physics, Yuval talked about… listening.
Not to qubits.
To customers.
It’s rare indeep-tech.
And it’s exactly whyQuEra builds things people actually use:
This is no longeracademic curiosity.
3. Why QuEra’s proximity to MIT & Harvard matters
Four founders camefrom Harvard and MIT.
Two are still deeply involved.
And the labs areliterally a bike ride away.
This creates aflywheel:
That speed ofiteration is something other modalities can’t replicate.
4. The big picture: error correction & scale
Yuval gave a simpleanalogy:
If you’re shoutingyour credit card number in the wind,
you repeat eachdigit multiple times so it arrives correctly.
Logical qubits workthe same way.
And neutral atomsallow parallel operations between allphysical qubits in a logical block, something static qubits cannot do.
This dramaticallyaccelerates progress toward error-corrected systems.
5. The most important signal?
“We’ve moved fromscientific challenges → engineering challenges.”
That’s how you knowa technology is about to break out.
Transcript summaryQuEra
My takeaway
Neutral atoms are nolonger the “dark horse.”
They’re becoming theworkhorse of quantum computing.
And QuEra is notbuilding a B-2 bomber (beautiful but rare).
They’re building theAirbus A350 of quantum:
usable, scalable,and built for the real world.
If you want tounderstand how quantum will scale fromhundreds to tens of thousands of qubits, this episode is a must-listen.
🎙️Episode link:
Neutral atoms just went from dark horse →workhorse. And it changes everything.
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The future of compute might not get hotter. It mightget colder.
In Part 2 of my deep-dive with Thomas Ohki, CTO and co-founder of Emergence Quantum, we explored how cryogenic engineering could reshape everything we know about performance, scaling, andenergy use.
Thomas and his teamare building control electronics that can operate close to absolute zero. Thesechips could solve one of the biggest bottlenecks in computing, bringingclassical and quantum systems together.
What stood out mostto me in this conversation:
1). Why scalingquantum systems isn’t about adding more qubits, but removing the IO bottleneck
2). How energyefficiency is becoming the next competitive frontier in AI and data centers
3). Why the nextgeneration of computing might evolve where it’s cold, not hot
Thomas put it in away that stuck with me:
“Thenext revolution in compute might not be hotter. It might be cold.”
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The future of compute might not get hotter. It mightget colder.
InPart 2 of my deep-dive with Thomas Ohki, CTO and co-founder of Emergence Quantum, we explored how cryogenic engineering could reshape everything we know about performance, scaling, andenergy use.
Thomas and his teamare building control electronics that can operate close to absolute zero. Thesechips could solve one of the biggest bottlenecks in computing, bringingclassical and quantum systems together.
What stood out mostto me in this conversation:
1). Why scalingquantum systems isn’t about adding more qubits, but removing the IO bottleneck
2). How energyefficiency is becoming the next competitive frontier in AI and data centers
3). Why the nextgeneration of computing might evolve where it’s cold, not hot
Thomas put it in away that stuck with me:
“Thenext revolution in compute might not be hotter. It might be cold.”
🎧 Listento Beyond the Qubit –Emergence Quantum (Deep Dive Part 2)
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Inside Emergence Quantum: Engineering at the Edge ofCold Computing
In the first part of my deep-dive interview, I sit down with Thomas Ohki, CTO andco-founder of Emergence Quantum.
We explored how innovation really happens and why the future of computing might be colder than we think.
Most people see quantum as a story about qubits.
Thomas explains that the real breakthroughs might come from everything around them: the architecture, the materials, the cooling, the engineering.
Before founding Emergence Quantum, Thomas worked at the frontiers of physics at Raytheon BBN and Microsoft Quantum.
He brings a rare mix of scientific depth and hands-on engineering.
What stood out most to me was his view on building and learning.
“If you want to build something truly new, you have to accept that failure is part of the process. The goal isn’t to avoid mistakes, it’s to learn from themfaster than anyone else.”
💡 Key insights from Part 1
🧊 Cryogenic technology could redefine performance inAI and quantum systems
⚙️ Engineering at cryogenic temperatures is essentialfor scaling quantum computers
🧠 Innovation depends as much on mindset as onphysics
🎧 Listento Beyondthe Qubit – Part 1: Emergence Quantum (Deep Dive)
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The Next Tectonic Shift in Compute MightNot Be Quantum, It Might Be Cold
Everyone is talkingabout GPUs, AI, and compute power.
But what if the next revolution isn’t about more energy, it’s about less?
In the new episode of Beyond theQubit, I sit down with Thomas Ohki, CTO of Emergence Quantum a startup born from the Microsoft Quantum team that’s now pioneering a newfrontier: cryo-CMOS and cryogenicelectronics.
These are the systems that bridge today’s classical chips with tomorrow’s quantum processors,the connective tissue between the hot and the cold, the digital and the quantum.
And here’s the crazypart:
❄️ They built itwithoutexternal capital.
No VC rounds. Nohype cycles. Just science, conviction, and partnerships.
We talked about:
Thomas saidsomething that stuck with me:
“Research isn’t engineering. It’s learning to fail productively.”
This episode will make you rethink what “compute” really means in a post-AI world.
🎧 Watch or listen here →
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The future of quantum is already touching patients
In Part 2 of my deep-dive with MatthiasKaiser, CEO of Pex Machina, we explore how quantum simulationis changing drug discovery and why the next medical breakthroughs might comefrom software, not the lab.
Pex Machina’smission is simple: help companies develop better cancer treatments.
Quantum simulation is the tool that makes it possible, cutting the time, cost, and risk of new drug development.
What impressed memost is how Matthias thinks about execution.
He built a team that combines deep domain knowledge from pharma with real quantum expertise.
They move fast, learn from every iteration, and build proof instead of PowerPoints.
Matthias said something that stayed with me:
“We’re not building technology for technology’s sake. We’re building tools that solve real problems.”
What stood out in this part of our conversation:
💡 Why precision medicine needs better simulationtools to scale
🧠 How pharma collaboration is about access andtrust, not just algorithms
🚀 Why execution speed and real-world validationmatter more than hype
🎧 Listento Beyondthe Qubit – Pex Machina (Deep Dive Part 2)
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Building the bridge between quantum and real-worldimpact
In Part 1 of my deep-dive with MatthiasKaiser, CEO of Pex Machina, we talked about what it reallytakes to turn quantum research into something that matters.
Matthias started out as a physicist but spent years working in business development before launching his startup. That mix of science and sales shaped how he looks at innovation.
He learned early that many quantum companies start with the technology and then go searching for a problem.
Pex Machina flips that logic. They start with real problems in oncology and use quantumsimulation as a tool, not as the story.
Matthias put it simply:
“We don’t want to push quantum computing. We want to solve problems that matter.”
What I liked most about this conversation:
💡 How sales experience helps founders stay groundedin what customers actually need
🧠 Why quantum simulation could change how we developcancer treatments
🚀 Why the real challenge in deep tech isn’t science,it’s product-market fit
🎧 Listento Beyondthe Qubit – Pex Machina (Deep Dive Part 1)
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In the latest episode of Beyond theQubit, I spoke with Matthias Kaiser, CEO of Pex Machina.
What struck me most is how focused he is on solving real problems instead of chasing thehype around quantum computing.
Pex Machina develops quantumsimulations for precision medicine, helpingpharmaceutical companies design better cancer treatments faster.
Matthias started as aphysicist but spent years in business development before launching his startup.That combination gives him a rare perspective — one that blends deep sciencewith commercial discipline.
He put it simply:
“Our goal isn’t to push quantum computing. It’s to solve problems that matter topatients.”
What I liked mostabout this conversation:
💡 Quantum simulation as a bridge between AI,chemistry, and pharma
🧠 The role of precision medicine in making cancertreatment more personal
🚀 How real-world traction matters more thantheoretical breakthroughs
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🚀 Quantum security is no longer a future problem
It’s here. Today.
When I sat down with Olga Mamlyga, co-founder of Quantum Scout Apps, one insight kept echoing:
“Hackersdon’t follow the rules. If you only protect one layer, they’ll find another.”
Olga is building a 7-layer quantum-secure network that protects every layer of the OSI stack: from physicalfiber to application logic.
Not in ten years. Now.
🔑Key takeaways fromthe conversation:
• Quantum KeyDistribution (QKD) isn’t enough, itcovers a single layer and is too costly for large-scale rollout.
• Quantum threatslike store-now-decrypt-later mean thatdata stolen today can be cracked by tomorrow’s quantum computers.
• Criticalinfrastructure: banking, power grids, hospitals, needs protection before quantum decryption is practical.
• Even cryptonetworks are far less secure than we assume.
💡Why it matters for investors & builders
If you care aboutwhere deep tech meets national security,this episode is a wake-up call.
Let’s make quantumsecurity visible before the threat is visible to everyone else.
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🔒 The next cyber-attack won’t wait for quantum computers.
On the new Beyond the Qubit I sat downwith Olga Mamlyga, co founder of Quantum Scout Apps.
Her team builds physics-based quantum networks that secure all 7 layers of the internet stack far beyond what post-quantum cryptography can cover.
“Hackersdon’t follow the rules. If you protect only one layer, they’ll simply go aroundit.”
Why it matters now
• “Store-now,decrypt-later” theft is already happening.
• Nation-stateactors are probing grids, hospitals, and crypto networks today.
• True QuantumNetworks can roll out on existing fiber tomorrowno decade-long wait.
Quantum security isthe new digital backbone.
How many layers ofyour organization are really safe?
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hN5a38MUbDyvP7CAobwNu1C1lnAzFq8n/view?usp=sharingQuantum cybersecurityisn’t 10 years away it’s happening now.
Jump to a section thatinterests you:
⏩Chapters
00:00 Introduction –Quantum cybersecurity is already here
02:10 Meet OlgaMamlyga and True Quantum Networks (TQN)
05:30 From Ukraine toquantum: Olga’s journey into deep-tech security
09:15 Why “store now,decrypt later” attacks are an urgent threat
13:40 PQC vs QKD –what every decision-maker must understand
18:05 Defending all 7OSI layers with quantum networking
23:20 Hybrid AI +quantum cyberattacks: the next big risk
27:45 Deployingquantum networks today – practical steps and timelines
32:30 Building aquantum-secure ecosystem for critical infrastructure
37:10 Investoroutlook: the business case for quantum cybersecurity
41:55 Final insights& key takeaways
💬 What’s your view?
• Will post-quantum cryptography (PQC) be enough, ordo we need quantum key distribution (QKD)now?
• How urgent is the “store-now, decrypt-later” threat for yourindustry?
👇 Share your thoughts, like the video, and subscribefor more deep-tech conversations on quantum computing, quantum networks, and criticalinfrastructure security.
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Beyond the Qubit – Deep Dive with Amir Naveh,Co-Founder & CPO of Classiq (Part 2)
Quantum computingwon’t succeed without a software layer that bridges research and hardware. InPart 2 of my conversation with Amir Naveh,co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Classiq,we dive into how software abstraction is unlocking real-world applications.
From derivative pricing with banks to thedevelopment of a quantum copilot, Amirexplains why Classiq is becoming the “Microsoft moment” for quantum — creatingthe layer that will make hardware truly useful.
💡What you’ll learn inPart 2:
• Where Classiq fits in the quantum software stack
• Why abstraction is critical for building scalable quantum applications
• Real-world use cases: finance, optimization, and derivative pricing
• How Classiq integrates with IBM, IonQ, Quantinuum, Rigetti, NVIDIA, and others
• The role of AI in building the first quantum coding assistant
• Who will win in quantum: integrated hardware/software players or specialized software leaders?
🌍Why it matters:
Just as Microsoftunlocked the PC revolution, Classiq is building the software foundation thatcould define the next tectonic shift in computing.
🎧 Listen to Part 2 now on Spotify, YouTube, or yourfavorite podcast app.
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Beyond the Qubit – Deep Dive with Amir Naveh, Co-Founder & CPO of Classiq
Quantum computing won’t reach its potential without scalable software. In Part 1 of this deep dive, I sit down with Amir Naveh, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Classiq, the world’s leading independent quantum software company.
From building satellites in Israel’s defense industry to raising $170M for Classiq, Amir shares the lessons, beliefs, and breakthroughs shaping the next wave of quantum.
💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:
• How Amir’s background in the Israeli defense & space sector shaped his vision
• Why software is the true bottleneck in quantum computing
• How Classiq enables scalable programming beyond manual gate-level coding
• The founding story: from Talpiot, to IBM Quantum, to launching Classiq during COVID
• Why investors should pay close attention to the software layer of the quantum stack
🌍 Why it matters:
Just like Microsoft unlocked the PC era, Classiq aims to create the software layer that makes quantum computers useful for finance, pharma, logistics, and beyond.
🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms.
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Beyond the Qubit
Summary interview with Amir Naveh, Co-Founder & CPO of Classiq
Quantum computing won’t transform industries without powerful software. In this episode, I sitdown with Amir Naveh, co-founder andChief Product Officer of Classiq, theworld’s leading independent quantum software company.
From buildingsatellites in Israel’s defense sector to raising $170Mfor Classiq, Amir shares the lessons, beliefs, and breakthroughs that areshaping the future of quantum.
💡What you’ll learn inthis episode:
🌍Why it matters:
Just as operatingsystems unlocked the PC revolution, abstraction and automation in quantumprogramming will determine who wins the next wave of computing.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or your favoritepodcast app.
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🔑 Logical Qubits, Machine Learning & the Future ofQuantum Applications
When will quantumcomputers truly impact society?
In part 2 of Beyond the Qubit with Koen Groenland, we dug deeper into applications — and cleared up somemisconceptions along the way.
💡 Key takeaways: Koen put it simply:
“Quantumcomputers won’t replace classical ones. They’re special-purpose machines —powerful only for very specific problems.”
📖 Bonus: Don’t miss the presentation from Koen for a deeper dive intotheir vision and technology.
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🎧 Listen to the full conversation here:
Youtube: https://youtu.be/ehubBArKRDs
⚡ The Biggest Myth About QuantumComputers
Most people think quantum computers are faster.
The reality? They’re actually slower than your laptop.
So why all the excitement?
Because quantum unlocks new algorithms that solve problems classicalcomputers can’t touch — from cracking encryption to simulating new medicines.
In Beyond the Qubit, I spoke with KoenGroenland (Quantum Amsterdam, CWI, QSoft). His mission:
Koen also shared a lesson I love:
“Sometimesthe best results come when you work smarter, not harder.”
🎧 Full episode here: https://youtu.be/_DF-v-8MKZg
📖 Bonus: Don’t miss the presentation from Koen for a deeper dive into their vision and technology.
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Chapters
00:00Introduction to Quantum Computing and KoenGroenland
02:45Navigating Between Academia and Industry
06:02The Evolution of Quantum Computing
10:20Misconceptions About Quantum Technology
12:44Understanding Quantum Algorithms
17:35Current Research and Future Aspirations
25:55The Role of Quantum Key Distribution
29:22Building a Quantum Ecosystem in Amsterdam
30:44Hardware Developments in Quantum Computing
41:01Future Applications of Quantum Technology
44:24The Impact of Quantum Computing on Blockchain
"Quantum computers aren’t fast — they’re slow, error-prone, and difficult to scale. So why do experts like Koen Groenland believe they could still transform entire industries? Find out in this episode of Beyond the Qubit."In this episode, Frank Dekker speaks with Koen Groenland — physicist, PhD from CWI, author of Introduction to Quantum Computing for Business, and innovation officer at the University of Amsterdam. Koen has spent years at the intersection of academia and entrepreneurship, helping to translate quantum research into real-world applications while growing the Dutch start-up ecosystem through Quantum Amsterdam.Koen explains: • Why quantum computers aren’t “faster computers” but something fundamentally different. • How quantum algorithms, not hardware speed, will drive breakthroughs. • Why error correction is the biggest bottleneck — and what new approaches like surface codes and low-density parity check codes could mean for future platforms. • How encryption and blockchain could be impacted when hardware and algorithms finally meet. • Why he believes the Netherlands can become a global hub for quantum technology.
Please check out the presentation from Koen:
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🔧 From “frozen-spaghetti” coax to CryoFlex® loaders
Delft Circuits just previewed its new roadmap, and quantum cabling is starting to look a lot morelike advanced PCB engineering than lab-bench plumbing.
Key takeaway: I/O is no longer anafter-thought—it’s the in-memory data highwaythat determines whether your 1 000-qubit machine even boots.
💸 Why investors should keep an eye on cryogenic I/O
Reason
What it means
CAPEX sponge
Cabling can swallow 10-20 % of a quantum computer’s build cost. Channel counts are about to double—unless you move to CryoFlex ribbons.
1 000-qubit threshold
Above ~1 k physical qubits, coax becomes a thermal & mechanical nightmare. Superconducting flex wins on heat leak and reliability.
Early-mover moat
NbTi-on-flex process, on-ribbon filters, and a Delft foundry now opening to select partners.
🎙 Sound bites from my chat with CEO Sal Bosman
•"Collaboration is key in advancing quantum technology."
• "Customeradoption is gradual but shows strong momentum."
• "Investing inquantum presents unique opportunities."
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Skip to the chapterthat matters for you:
Chapters
00:00 Introductionto Quantum Technology and Its Potential
00:59Delft Circuit:Innovations in Cryogenic I.O.
03:37Product Roadmapand Technological Advancements
06:40Challenges inProduct Innovation and Quality Control
08:27Collaborationand Co-Creation in Quantum Technology
10:28Superconductorsand Their Importance in Quantum Computing
12:41IntegratedFilters and Their Role in Quantum Systems
13:42Comparing FlexTechnology to Coax Cables
14:49Impact ofGovernment Subsidies on Quantum Industry
16:27Delft Circuit'sRoadmap and Future Technologies
19:06Product andService Offerings of Delft Circuit
22:24Sales Strategyand Market Dynamics
26:01CustomerAdoption and Market Demand
31:45InvestorInsights and Business Momentum
35:53Market Size andCompetitive Landscape
41:12Future DemandDrivers in Quantum Technology
43:22Team Dynamicsand Company Culture
49:03Long-termVision and Must-Win Battles
50:40Valuation andMarket Potential
55:06Funding Needsand Future Growth
56:57Conclusion andInvestment Opportunities
Cablingjust became the gatekeeper to large-scale quantum. 🔗❄️
📖 Bonus: Don’t miss the Delft Circuits presentation for a deeper dive into their vision andtechnology.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sjqw_2tKvrkfvD9PBUux50a5WSy4Wy4N/view?usp=sharing
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“You can’t scale quantum with cables designed for roomtemperature.”
Please check out the presentation from Sal Jua Bosman CEO Delft Circuitshttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1sjqw_2tKvrkfvD9PBUux50a5WSy4Wy4N/view?usp=sharing
🚀 “You can’t scale quantum with cables designed for room temperature.”
In Part 1 of my conversation with Sal Jua Bosman, CEO ofDelft Circuits, we explore the sub-4 Kelvin world — where conventional hardware solutions break down, and true innovation happens in the cold.
🎙️ Delft Circuits builds infrastructure for quantumsystems. Not just wires — but flexible, fully integrated cryogenic I/O (Cri/oFlex®) that reduce thermal load and enable control overhundreds or even thousands of qubits.
Sal shares openly:
👉 “At some point, your bottleneck isn’t the qubit —it’s the cable.”
Whether you’reinvesting, building, or teaching in deep tech — this episode reveals the unseen infrastructure challenges in quantum computing, and how Delft Circuits is solving them.
@Sal Jua Bosman @ DelftCircuits
#QuantumComputing#Cryogenics #DeepTech #BeyondTheQubit #DelftCircuits #QubitInfrastructure#ScalingQuantum