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Oct 31, 2025 Katie Pizzolatto, Vice President at IBM Quantum Platform, dives into the exciting possibilities of quantum computing, emphasizing its transformative potential in drug development and materials discovery. The discussion also highlights SpaceX's $2 billion Pentagon contract for missile-tracking satellites. In other tech news, NVIDIA teams up with South Korean giants for AI advancements, and Google showcases its first AI-generated commercial. This episode brims with insights into how cutting-edge technology is shaping industries!
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Quantum's Unknown Applications Excite IBM
- Katie Pizzolatto says she's most excited about quantum computing applications we don't yet know.
- She highlights potential gains in drug development, materials discovery, and optimization across industries.
SpaceX Wins Major Pentagon Satellite Role
- SpaceX is set to receive $2 billion to develop satellites that can track missiles and aircraft under the Pentagon's Golden Dome project.
- The company is also expected to play major roles in Milnet and a ground-vehicle-tracking satellite network.
NVIDIA Deepens South Korea Partnerships
- NVIDIA struck deals with big South Korean companies that will deploy over a quarter million of its chips across the country.
- Partnerships include AI for autonomous vehicles, smart factories, and a Samsung mega factory using 50,000+ GPUs.