Quantum Supremacy: Has Google Really Achieved It?

07/04/2025 17 min Temporada 1 Episodio 11

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In 2019, Google claimed to have reached quantum supremacy—a milestone where a quantum computer solves a problem beyond the reach of classical supercomputers. But years later, the debate still rages: was this truly a breakthrough, or a well-packaged PR moment?In this episode, we dive deep into the quantum realm, breaking down:What quantum supremacy really meansHow Google’s 49-qubit chip made headlines—and wavesWhy experts remain skeptical, pointing to noise, fidelity, and simulation limitationsThe role of tools like Rollright, cross-entropy benchmarking, and grid-based quantum circuit complexityHow decoherence and quantum noise still hold the field backAnd whether quantum computing will disrupt fields like cryptography, drug discovery, and financeWe also unpack the global tech race—where IBM, Intel, and startups are battling to build the world’s most powerful quantum machine.Is the hype justified, or are we still light-years away from true supremacy?Tune in for a fast-paced, research-backed debate that separates quantum fact from fiction.