Quantum Computing, AI Ethics, and the Fight for Innovation
I’m thrilled to share some highlights from our latest episode featuring the incredible Geordie Rose, founder and CEO of Snowdrop Quantum Applications Corporation. Geordi’s journey through quantum computing, AI, and even combat sports is nothing short of fascinating. Here’s a sneak peek into our conversation:
Key Takeaways from the Episode:
- Geordie's Origin Story: From Tanzania to Canada, Geordie’s path to becoming a quantum computing pioneer is filled with intriguing twists and turns.
- Quantum Computing & AI: Discover how Geordie is merging these two groundbreaking fields at Snowdrop, aiming to create practical applications that could revolutionize technology.
- Combat Sports Enthusiast: Geordie’s passion for wrestling and Brazilian jiu-jitsu has shaped his approach to business and life. Learn how these sports have taught him resilience and strategic thinking.
- Current State of Quantum Computing: We delve into the challenges and potential of quantum computing, exploring why it’s still a decade or two away from mainstream applications.
- Ethics in AI: A thought-provoking discussion on the moral frameworks that should guide AI development and how different cultures might influence these choices.
- Capitalism & Innovation: Geordie shares his views on how a competitive, capitalist environment drives technological and scientific advancements.
- Personal Definition of Success: Geordie’s evolving perspective on success, from winning medals to finding inner peace, and his ambitious plan to run across Canada.
Why You Should Listen:
- Inspiration: Geordie’s story is a testament to perseverance and innovation. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or someone looking for motivation, this episode has something for you.
- Expert Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of quantum computing and AI from one of the leading minds in the field.
- Life Lessons: Learn how combat sports can teach valuable life skills and how to apply them in your personal and professional life.
Tune In Now!
Don’t miss out on this captivating episode.
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Geordie Rose
Founder of D-Wave, Kindred, Sanctuary & Snowdrop
Geordie Rose (born January 6, 1972) is a Canadian theoretical physicist and entrepreneur. Until November 2024, he was founder & CEO of Sanctuary in Vancouver, Canada.
Geordie founded D-Wave, the world’s first quantum computing company, and was the CEO of Kindred, the world’s first robotics company to use reinforcement learning in a production environment. He has sold quantum computers and robots that learn to Google, NASA, Lockheed Martin, The Gap, and several US government agencies. He received a PhD in theoretical physics from the University of British Columbia in 2000. He is an inventor on 57 granted US patents and a co-author on a large number of published scientific articles, including two Nature papers, more than a dozen PRLs and PRBs, two NIPS and one ACML paper. He was named the 2011 Canadian Innovator of the Year, was named to Foreign Policy Magazine’s 100 Leading Global Thinkers of 2013, won the 2014 Canadian Technology Leader award, has won two Canadian national wrestling championships and is a member of the McMaster University Hall of Fame, won the 2010 NAGA world championships in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in both gi and no-gi categories, won the BC provincial A beach volleyball championship with Jason Hall in 2003, beat the Guinness Book of World Records world record for the most yogurt eaten in one minute but was subsequently surpassed and never got the actual World Record, was a past holder of British Columbia powerlifting records in deadlift, bench press and total for the 105kg masters division, and has completed eight half marathons and two fu… Read More