Quantum Matters: Where Quantum Computing Gets Real

Interviews on current applications of quantum computing in industry AI summary

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Quantum computing has a “reputation.” To many, it sounds like pure science fiction: a mythical machine that can crack every code, outpace every supercomputer, and solve the world’s biggest problems overnight. But the truth is even more exciting. The Quantum Matters podcast reveals how quantum computing is already transforming the world around us — from automotive manufacturing to retail operations. Created by D-Wave, the world’s first commercial quantum company, each episode unpacks big ideas in plain English and shows where quantum is starting to make a difference today. You’ll hear from researchers, academics, and industry leaders who are walking the talk of applying quantum solutions to their most computationally complex problems. Quantum isn’t “someday.” It’s here. It’s scaling. It’s not afraid of its critics — and it’s creating opportunities faster than most people realize. Don’t get left behind. Follow D-Wave’s Quantum Matters to discover how this once-mythical technology is beginning to change lives, transform industries, and rewrite the future, today.

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Paving the Path to Fault-Tolerant Gate-Model Computing

2026-08-11 · 26 min · Season 1, episode 10

For more than 30 years, Dr. Robert Schoelkopf has been working on one of quantum computing's biggest challenges: how to build a better qubit. His answer is the dual-rail qubit, a first-of-its-kind superconducting qubit…
How Quantum and Supercomputing Come Together

2026-07-28 · 32 min · Season 1, episode 9

What does the next generation of computing look like when quantum and classical machines work together?On this episode of Quantum Matters, host Murray Thom talks with Professor Dr. Kristel Michielsen, Director of the…
Inside D-Wave's Full-Stack Quantum Computing Solutions

2026-07-14 · 35 min · Season 1, episode 8

In this episode, we take you behind the curtain for a close look at D-Wave's full quantum computing technology stack. Host Murray Thom sits down with longtime colleague Dr. Trevor Lanting, Chief Development Officer at…
Blockchain Meets Quantum

2026-06-30 · 32 min · Season 1, episode 7

What if a blockchain network could run on quantum computers—and use a fraction of the energy?On this episode of Quantum Matters, Postquant Labs co-founders Colton Dillion and Rick Karbach share how D-Wave's annealing…
Quantum Computing for Computational Advantage

2026-06-16 · 34 min · Season 1, episode 6

What does quantum advantage actually mean? How do you prove a quantum computer can outperform the world’s most powerful supercomputers? And why is its energy efficiency arriving at such an important time for the…
Missile Defense Optimization with Quantum

2026-06-02 · 40 min · Season 1, episode 5

What role can quantum computing play in national defense? In this episode of Quantum Matters, host Murray Thom speaks with Dale Moore, president and CEO of DavidsonTechnologies, about the effort to bring quantum…
Rethinking Warehouse Operations with Quantum

2026-05-19 · 32 min · Season 1, episode 4

Modern warehouses process many thousands, sometimes millions, of items in constantly changing conditions, where each decision affects the flow of goods in the warehouse, and across the supply chain.In this episode of…
Quantum + Robots For Optimized Quality Control

2026-05-05 · 25 min · Season 1, episode 3

There’s an opportunity to improve robotic quality inspection with quantum computing technology. In this episode of Quantum Matters, host Murray Thom speaks with Dr. Eneko Osaba, Principal Researcher at Tecnalia, about…
Insights from a Quantum Optimization Expert

2026-04-21 · 33 min · Season 1, episode 2

Quantum computing can feel abstract… Until you see the kinds of business problems it’s already being applied to. On this episode of Quantum Matters, host Murray Thom is joined by Mayowa Ayodele, Manager, Solutions…
Quantum Computing Meets Real-World Impact

2026-04-07 · 34 min · Season 1, episode 1

Can quantum computers really change the way we move, work, and solve problems in the real world? In this premiere episode of Quantum Matters, host Murray Thom sits down with global tech executive Martin Hofmann to…

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Oldest episode in feed: 01/2026
Typical length: 29 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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