Quantum annealing is a quantum computing method used to find the optimal solution to complex problems by leveraging quantum phenomena like superposition and tunneling. It aims to identify the lowest energy state of a system, making it effective for solving combinatorial optimization problems.
Source: Conversation with Copilot, 9/25/2024
Today’s Brief Commentary: Inspired by a discussion with a representative from Toshiba at the Quantum.Tech DC event this week, my links and comments today are related to annealing and optimization. In the quantum space, D-Wave is perhaps the best known…
Today’s Brief Commentary: Today’s first link in the post-quantum cryptography section is about OpenSSH adopting one of the NIST PQC standards. OpenSSH is a widely adopted open-source implementation of the Secure Shell (SSH) protocol, offering secure solutions for remote access,…
Today’s Brief Commentary: Prompted by a LinkedIn post by David Ryan and then my comment (and his response), today, I address the topic of a media or press kit for your website. Such a kit is a one-stop page that…
What Happened? On Thursday, March 13, 2025, D-Wave Quantum announced its financial results for the Q4 2024 quarter and 2024 fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. See its press release for the full details. The Numbers Despite talk of bookings…