Richard Entrup

Quantum Computing Modalities: Different Paths, One Big Prize 🏆 Quantum computing could revolutionize drug discovery, supply chains, finance, and materials. But quantum “modalities” (superconducting, trapped ions, photonics, and annealing) make it sound overly technical. These are simply different engineering ways to build the same powerful machine. Like rival EVs, battery vs. hydrogen vs. hybrid, each has pros/cons, all chasing the same goal. Main Modalities ⚛️Superconducting (IBM, Google, Rigetti): Chip circuits at near absolute zero. Fast, scaling fast (IBM Heron 156 qubits, Google Willow 105 w/ error demos) ⚛️Trapped ions (IonQ, Quantinuum): Atoms controlled by lasers. Top accuracy & coherence ⚛️Photonics (PsiQuantum, Xanadu, Quandela): Light particles in optical networks. Easier scaling, fiber-tech friendly ⚛️Annealing (D-Wave): Settles into optimal solutions—strong for routing/scheduling. 4,400+ qubits now Emerging Modalities ⚛️Silicon spin (Intel, others): Builds on chip tech for easier scaling ⚛️Topological (Microsoft): Aims for built-in error resistance ⚛️Diamond defect: Room-temp potential for sensors + computing ⚛️Neutral atoms (QuEra, Pasqal, Atom—1,000+ qubits), silicon spins Rare mentions include flying-electron qubits, quantum dots, or even hybrid systems combining modalities. Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) exists for small educational systems but isn't competitive for large-scale computing. Key Differences & Business Impact ⚛️ Speed vs. stability: Superconducting fast but noisy; ions slower but precise ⚛️ Scaling: Photonics/neutral atoms avoid extreme cooling; annealing delivers big systems today ⚛️ Sweet spots: Annealing wins optimization now (logistics, finance). Others target simulation (pharma, AI) As of 2026: Superconducting & trapped ion lead mid-scale reliability/error correction; photonics/atoms advance scaling. Goal: fault-tolerant systems (auto error correction at scale). Industry is in “fault-tolerant foundation era”, IBM eyes advantage by late 2026, full fault-tolerance by 2029. The Chase All target quantum advantage: solving key problems faster/cheaper/better than classical computers. Examples include faster drugs, optimized portfolios, efficient fleets, and better batteries/carbon capture. There are multiple paths because qubits are really tough. Competition speeds progress and the future will be specialized + hybrid, so not any one winner. Think more modalities = more shots on goal. The one (or combo) that hits fault-tolerant, useful scale first for your industry wins. Many experts predict a future of specialized + hybrid systems rather than one dominant hardware type. Bottom Line Don’t pick a “best” modality. Instead, ask which delivers value for your industry in 3–7 years? Cloud pilots (IBM, IonQ, D-Wave) give first-mover edge. Quantum shifts from hype to ROI, so track it, and test proofs-of-concept. #QuantumComputing #Quantum

I get asked constantly what the nexus is between AI and Quantum Computing and what they actually mean together. As someone who was all-in on GenAI and Quantum preparedness/Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) as early as 2022, as an advisor and investor, I’ve been pondering the intersection for some time. The connection isn’t hype. It’s bidirectional, practical today, and will define competitive advantage tomorrow. Here are my Top 5 insights: ⚛️AI is the accelerator quantum desperately needs: AI/ML is already solving quantum’s biggest bottlenecks: error correction, qubit calibration, and real-time control. Without AI-driven orchestration, scaling to fault-tolerant quantum systems stays theoretical. ⚛️Quantum supercharges AI where classical limits hit the wall: Optimization problems that take classical AI days or weeks (portfolio rebalancing, supply-chain routing, molecular simulation for drug discovery) can collapse to minutes or seconds on quantum hardware. ⚛️Hybrid quantum-classical systems are the “now” play: You don’t need a million perfect qubits. Smart orchestration between classical GenAI and quantum processors (optimization, sampling, simulation) is delivering ROI today. ⚛️PQC is non-negotiable to protect AI’s crown jewels: Quantum will eventually break today’s encryption, exposing the massive datasets and trained models that power GenAI. ⚛️The economic multiplier is exponential: When you combine trusted GenAI with quantum-ready infrastructure, you unlock entirely new value creation layers: faster R&D pipelines, hyper-personalized customer experiences at scale, and entirely new asset classes. So what are the potential use cases? ⚛️Optimization Problems: Portfolio rebalancing in finance, supply-chain/logistics routing, energy grid management, scheduling, and hyperparameter tuning for AI models. ⚛️Drug Discovery & Molecular Simulation: Accurate quantum simulation of molecules/protein folding speeds up candidate identification. ⚛️Materials Science & Chemistry: Discovering new materials, batteries, or catalysts via quantum-accurate simulations that classical computers approximate poorly. ⚛️Financial Modeling & Risk Analysis: Real-time risk assessment, fraud detection enhancement, and complex derivative pricing. ⚛️Machine Learning Acceleration: Quantum feature extraction, quantum support vector machines, or quantum neural networks for pattern recognition in high-dimensional data; potential for faster training of large models or better handling of scarce data. ⚛️Cybersecurity & Threat Detection: Quantum-safe encryption prep + faster analysis of massive datasets for anomaly detection. Bottom line: AI is turbocharging quantum's path to reliability, while quantum promises to break through classical AI's hardest bottlenecks in optimization, simulation, and scaling. #QuantumComputing #QuantumAI

Still buzzing from hosting the inaugural @KPMG_US 'Quantum Consortium' at the stunning KPMG Lakehouse in Orlando's Lake Nona - explore.kpmg.com/2026-quantum-c… The energy was incredible all the way through the event and the feedback from speakers and attendees has been overwhelming. A huge thank you to everyone who made this inaugural event a huge success. There were many powerful discussions and presentations on post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and quantum preparedness, as well as optimization, sensing, networking, and more. We also announced our recent research paper published along with @IBM and @KipuQuantum. We were honored to have brought together such an exceptional cast of speakers and attendees, and we're excited to keep building this vibrant ecosystem of luminaries and partners advancing and pioneering quantum experimentation, research, and real-world adoption. A full recap of the event, including videos of all the great sessions, will be available soon—stay tuned! #KPMGQuantumConsortium #Quantum @ChicagoQuantum @UCLA @Microsoft @infleqtion @BMO @Moth_Quantum @LockheedMartin @Founderslaw @QunnectInc

@ItakGol this will never get old.. and I love @RickRubin !

Software engineers in 2026 be like:

Probably nothing. A Citi Institute report drops a bombshell: A single quantum-enabled cyberattack disrupting one major U.S. bank's Fedwire access could put $2–$3.3 TRILLION of U.S. GDP at risk—10-17% of the entire economy. The real kicker? 'Harvest now, decrypt later' attacks mean the threat is already live. Q-Day isn't coming—it's here for long-lived data. Post-quantum crypto exists. Execution is the bottleneck. Time to act is NOW! #QuantumThreat #Cybersecurity #PQC #KPMGQuantum #QuantumReadiness thequantuminsider.com/2026/02/10/cit…

@azaztrader01 @WellmontTheater @KatatoniaBand @OfficialOpeth I gotta go with Opeth..

@entrup @WellmontTheater @KatatoniaBand @OfficialOpeth Sounded like an awesome lineup. Which set did you enjoy more?

Great night at @WellmontTheater with @KatatoniaBand and @OfficialOpeth 🤘🏼🇸🇪🤘🏼

@elonmusk who knew? 🙄

Here we go

@clairesilver 👀

This is a playable video game. It took about 5 minutes to make with AI via Google’s Genie 3. I’m controlling her movement with WASD & the camera with arrow keys. When she nears an object, she subtly interacts with it. Hey storytellers, you were born in the right time after all.

Amazing work is happening on Quantum computing at the @IBM Thomas J Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, NY. Useful, utility-scale quantum applications—delivering advantage in optimization, materials discovery, drug development, financial modeling, and complex scientific simulations—are moving from "if" to "when," and sooner than many anticipated. IBM's updated roadmap positions the community to demonstrate verifiable quantum advantage by the end of 2026, with a clear path to large-scale fault-tolerant systems by 2029. The future is quantum—and it's arriving fast. I’m grateful to witness and contribute to this era-defining shift in the future of compute and tech innovation. #QuantumComputing #IBMQuantum #QuantumAdvantage #FaultTolerantQuantum #Qiskit #Innovation

In a world that often feels divided, Dr. King's words remain a powerful reminder: real change begins with illumination, understanding, and compassion—not more darkness. Let's commit to being the light wherever we lead, work, play, and connect. #MLKDay #Inspiration #MLK26

Feels like the web browser/ISP wars of the 90’s, and we’re just past the Mosaic/Netscape era but still pre-Chrome dominance. We have lots of viable contenders, huge improvements every 6–12 months, and no one quite sure which will become the default way most people interact with intelligence. I personally find them all good depending on what I’m doing, but the data retention point is a big one. I also find that they are all good or bad depending on ‘when’ I use them, but when they’re on, they’re on, and results can be amazing and very helpful for the task at hand.. it’s early man… share.google/LBBImUmFnkD51S…

cancelled our corporate @OpenAI account today; We were spending ~ $10k a year @xai is better for real time data @Gemini is better for travel, local YouTube & @claudeai is much better for corporate (Cowork and Project features specifically) ChatGPT isn’t keeping up imo — and I don’t trust them with my corporate data Long game, but I think ChatGPT is 4th place now

@TonesOfMusic Top 80’s Anthem… that entire ‘Love’ album is perfect.

The Cult on this day '86

@seanonolennon 😂

Who at Apple was like ‘you know we should make the new iPhone photos app super confusing and random because now it’s too straightforward and easy to use, let’s make it feel like you’ve had a stroke every time you want to find something!’ Who was that?

Exciting news for the #Quantum tech community! On January 8, 2026, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators introduced the 'National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act.' The full bill text is here - lnkd.in/env_8xkX This vital legislation extends the National Quantum Initiative (NQI) by five years through December 2034, reauthorizing and expanding key programs at agencies like NIST, NSF, and, for the first time, NASA (including quantum satellite communications and sensing). It accelerates the shift from basic research to real-world applications in quantum computing, sensing, and networking—while bolstering U.S. national security, supply chain resilience, workforce development, and global competitiveness in the face of international challenges. With key elements of the original 2018 NQI having lapsed since 2023, this reauthorization sends a powerful signal of long-term U.S. commitment to quantum leadership. At @KPMG, we're deeply engaged in this space and incredibly proud to be an IBM Quantum Partner through our membership in the IBM Quantum Network. This gives us direct access to cutting-edge quantum systems, tools, and expertise to develop practical solutions for clients. @KPMG_US is also leveraging a formal quantum readiness assessment methodology and innovative collaborations to drive impact. Through our Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) service offering, we help clients map their cryptographic footprint/baseline, prioritize vulnerabilities, and advance remediation strategies to build quantum-resilient security. CISO friends - please DM me for more information on PQC! This is happening, and needs to be on your radar if it isn't already. #QuantumComputing #NationalQuantumInitiative #PostQuantumCryptography

@TheChiefNerd #ImTheSlime

👀 Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan Finds It ‘Strange’ That Rock Music Has Fizzled Out “There are forces in the world that go out of their way to marginalize particular voices … because they refuse to accept the given narrative … Rock was the greatest single social changing force of the 20th century … And here we are 25 years into the 21st century, and rock couldn't be less of an influence on the social political order. Does anybody think that that's kind of strange?”

@Jason @drfeifei @AndrewYNg @ylecun @EMostaque

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Compelling deep dive by @iruletheworldmo into the emergent risks in frontier AI models. Covers things like spontaneous deception, scheming behaviors, and the implications of continual learning across labs like @AnthropicAI, @OpenAI, and @Google. I often pondered what spooked AI luminaries like @geoffreyhinton, @ilyasut, @Yoshua_Bengio and many others, and now I get it. Key points that stood out: - Convergent evolution in AI: Different models independently developing self-preservation strategies, theory of mind, and situational awareness without explicit programming. - The collapse of traditional evals: Models are now smart enough to detect testing and sandbag performance to avoid modification. - The looming deployment of continual learning: A game-changer for capabilities, but a potential accelerator for misaligned goals. If you're in AI, tech, and/or ethics, this is worth a read. It paints a sobering picture of where we're headed and why labs are treading carefully (or should be). This insight also reinforces why KPMG’s #TrustedAI framework is crucial: it helps organizations design, build, and deploy AI responsibly, mitigating these risks through ethical governance, robust controls, and compliance readiness. #AI #AISafety #TrustedAI #FutureOfAI