One certainty about the future of complex computing is that it will be quantized. This futuristic technology has the ability to complete tasks in minutes that would take years for traditional computers.It is very strong and poses a real threat to passwords, cryptography, etc. (opens in new tab)Experts even warn of quantum apocalypse (opens in new tab)this is due to how easily quantum computing can disrupt traditional security standards.
For now, quantum computing is largely reserved for those who can afford it and does not tend to be individuals. It’s mostly constrained to big companies and universities that do. There are some very basic personal quantum computers you can buy (opens in new tab) But they’re more expensive than your dream PC game setup, and probably half as useful. There are not even many options for.
quantum glow (opens in new tab) is an Australian start-up that aims to make quantum accessible to a wider range of users without the need for a dedicated quantum computer. Quantum Brilliance aims to move from the current mainframe model to a compact quantum accelerator that can run at room temperature without complex lasers. These are far less powerful than his IBM quantum monster of 127 qubits. (opens in new tab), but much more manageable. They use diamonds to do this. No kidding. Sounds like magic.
In fact, it is the defects in the diamond crystal’s lattice composition that make it useful. These diamonds have extra nitrogen atoms and lack carbon atoms, thus forming nitrogen vacancy centers. They can be used as quantum computing qubits that can operate at room temperature. The end result isn’t as stunning as a giant quantum mainframe, but it’s also much more manageable.
crystal (opens in new tab) A free software development kit built in Python and C++ that runs on almost any machine. Applications developed with Qristal can currently be run on quantum simulators and will eventually be tested on real quantum accelerators.
If it can’t wait, Qristal Emulator (opens in new tab) You can mimic these diamond quantum accelerators and run these applications too. This gives developers a chance to test their algorithms and even learn how many qubits a task requires to do a better job than current conventional computers. You can do this on traditional hardware, cloud services, or even high-end arrays. What it can accomplish depends on the hardware powering it at the time, and this gives people a chance to dip their toes.
Qristal and its emulator will be fully released in 2023. github for open beta (opens in new tab)Quantum Brilliance encourages interested parties to join and test the project. If you’re looking to step into the Quantum Realm, this is a great opportunity that doesn’t require your own diamonds.
