The PC Pro Podcast Episode 730: The quantum chip
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Feb 21, 2025 Dive into the excitement around Microsoft's quantum chip and its potential to revolutionize technology. Discover a financial scandal in the Irish Arts Council, exposing IT mismanagement. Unpack the features of Apple's iPhone 16e, with its new 5G modem and future connectivity plans. We also explore HP's acquisition of Humane AI and the skepticism surrounding it. Plus, learn about a powerful seven-bay NAS drive that garnered rave reviews, showcasing some serious storage capabilities.
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Intel's Setback
- Intel has been dealt a blow by Microsoft’s quantum chip development.
- A software company has achieved a major hardware advancement.
IT Mismanagement in Ireland
- The Irish Arts Council's €6.5 million overspend reveals systemic governance failures, not just IT failures.
- Proper cost estimation, authorized funding, and phased project management are crucial.
Government IT Project Failures
- Local authorities and government departments often struggle with IT projects due to poor process definition and ballooning costs.
- Companies like Oracle exploit this with predatory contracts.