
Quantum Leap? More Like Quantum Burp!
Ay caramba! Looks like someone's been hitting the Duff a little too hard. Nvidia's main dude Jensen Huang – the guy with the leather jacket that probably cost more than my skateboard – says quantum computing is like totally reaching an 'inflection point.' What's an inflection point you ask? Beats me! Sounds like something Milhouse would know. All I know is it means those quantum computers are supposed to be doing some real work pretty soon. I still don't get how a computer can be zero one or 'something in between' – sounds like a wishy washy politician if you ask me! But if it means more money for me I'll deal with it man!
Quantum Stocks? More Like Quantum Shocks!
So apparently these 'quantum stocks' like Rigetti and IonQ are all the rage. IonQ even snagged Oxford Ionics for a cool $1.1 billion! I bet Principal Skinner is regretting not investing in quantum physics during his war days. Anyway Huang was hanging out in Paris probably eating escargots (blegh!) and said he's super impressed with all the quantum folks in Europe. He even met some people from Pasqal! I hope he didn't tell them to have a cow man. Although that would be kinda funny.
Within Reach...Of My Pants!
Huang also said that we're 'within reach' of using quantum computers to solve some 'interesting problems.' I can think of a few problems that need solving like why I always get detention or how to get my hands on a Krusty Burger without paying. But I guess they're talking about medicine science and finance. Boring! Still Huang's excited so maybe it's good news ya know? Or maybe he just wants to sell more of those fancy Nvidia chips. Doh!
Backpedal Bart Style!
Here's the kicker: last year Huang was all like 'Quantum computers? Nah those things are like 20 years away!' Then bam! He changes his tune and says they're almost here. What gives? Did he finally watch 'Honey I Shrunk the Kids' and get inspired? Either way his earlier comments made those quantum stocks take a nosedive. Oops! He kinda admitted he messed up and was surprised by the market freakout. Talk about eating your words man!
Google Jumps on the Quantum Wagon! (Choo Choo!)
Even Google is getting in on this quantum craze showing off their new 'Willow' chip. They claim it's a huge deal for fixing errors in quantum information. Sounds like something Lisa would be interested in. Error correction? Pfft I specialize in error creation baby! Still if it means more cool gadgets and less homework I'm all for it.
Don't Have a Cow Quantum Fans!
So there you have it folks! Quantum computing is either the future or the next big bubble to burst. Either way it's got Jensen Huang all hyped up and that's gotta count for something. Now if you'll excuse me I gotta go scheme a way to replace Mrs. Krabappel's coffee with soy sauce. Ay caramba!
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