About this episode
Microsoft unveils a new quantum chip amidst criticism of its quantum programme, while also discussing new technology for soccer fans at the World Cup.
Microsoft unveils a new quantum chip. It's a big moment for the company, as its quantum programme has faced criticism. Is the tech giant's strategy finally paying off? And when will this chip deliver practical quantum computing? The BBC's Technology Editor, Zoe Kleinman, interviews Microsoft's executive vice president for quantum. Also this week: what new tech can soccer fans expect at the World Cup? Shiona McCallum reports from FIFA headquarters in Switzerland. And a leading critic of AI hype returns to Tech Life. Presenter: Chris Vallance Producer: Tom Quinn (Photo: A hand is seen holding the new Majorana 2 quantum chip from Microsoft. The chip is gold-coloured. It is so large that it is the same size as the hand. Credit: Microsoft)
People in this episode
Host: Chris Vallance
Guest: Zoe Kleinman
Topics covered
- quantum computing
- technology news
- soccer technology
- AI criticism
- Microsoft
Keywords
- quantum chip
- Microsoft
- World Cup
- AI hype
- technology
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Microsoft, FIFA
Products: Majorana 2 quantum chip
Places: Switzerland
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