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Quantum Tech Pod Episode 68: Peter Chapman, CEO, IonQ

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Comparing Trapped Ions to Other Qubit Approaches for Quantum Computing

Trapped ions are identified as superior qubits compared to other approaches in the near term due to their perfect nature and high gate fidelity. Unlike man-made qubits like superconducting, trapped ions do not face manufacturing problems as they are all identical within an atomic species, ensuring a 100% yield. The history of trapped ions dates back to atomic clocks, bringing a mature technology advantage. Contrarily, man-made qubits require a vast number of identical atoms, which current manufacturing capabilities cannot guarantee. Trapped ions exhibit the highest gate fidelity, allowing for the execution of larger quantum programs compared to other qubit technologies in the short term.

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