CRAFTED. Quantum & Coffee: SXSW 2025 Impressions, With Kwaku Aning
Mar 27, 2025
Kwaku Aning, an educator and innovator, shares his insights from SXSW 2025. He discusses the current 'pre-mainframe' stage of quantum computing and its potential to revolutionize technology. Kwaku explores the ethical implications of bioengineering and the merger of AI with human attributes. He dives into the fascinating world of robot choreography and how self-driving cars can be programmed for better human interactions. The conversation is spiced up with humorous reflections on breakfast tacos and the power of connections made at the event.
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Quantum Computing's Early Stage
- Quantum computing marks the first change in computing technology in 150 years.
- It's still in infancy, like pre-mainframe era, and solving engineering challenges like cooling is key.
Prepare for Quantum Applications
- Think about quantum computing applications within your company or industry now.
- Prepare for quantum's engineering challenges to leverage its future impact effectively.
Quantum's Exponential Power
- Quantum computing will exponentially increase processing power, unlike traditional linear scaling.
- This will have a staggering impact similar to the internet's speed and accessibility revolution.