Quantum in Context: IBM’s New Qiskit Functions Accelerate Development
Dr. Bob Sutor, Vice President and Practice Lead of Emerging Technologies at The Futurum Group, examines IBM’s introduction of Qiskit Functions. These tools make it easier for developers to incorporate third-party functionality into their quantum applications.
GlobalFoundries Advances Energy Efficiency with Efficient Partnership
Dr. Bob Sutor, Vice President and Practice Lead of Emerging Technologies at The Futurum Group, looks at Carnegie Mellon University-connected startup Efficient’s partnership with GlobalFoundries to manufacture a processor that Efficient claims is up to 166x more energy-efficient than industry-standard embedded CPUs.
Quantum Computing Benchmarks – Too Soon?
Dr. Bob Sutor, Vice President and Practice Lead, Emerging Technologies, at The Futurum Group, looks at DARPA’s new Quantum Benchmarking Initiative. Is it premature to have quantum computing benchmarks, given that the systems are still very small, use different technologies, and need new science and engineering to become practically useful?
Synopsys Hits Record Q3 2024 Revenue on High Semiconductor, AI Demand
Synopsys, Inc.’s record Q3 earnings reflect the company’s advancements in design automation and AI-driven IP solutions. These innovations support the growth of AI, 5G, and IoT technologies, aligning with the sustained demand that fueled their strong financial performance.
DigiCert Expands Security Portfolio with Planned Vercara Acquisition
Dr. Bob Sutor of The Futurum Group examines DigiCert’s planned acquisition of Vercara. He looks at the security capabilities in the new, expanded portfolio. For good measure, Bob discusses DigiCert’s post-quantum cryptography activities in light of the new standards from the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
New SiFive Performance P870-D Complements Intelligence Chipset for AI
Dr. Bob Sutor and Steven Dickens of The Futurum Group examine the strategic significance of SiFive’s new P870-D processor in addressing the growing demand for scalable, power-efficient solutions in AI-driven data centers. The analysts note that SiFive’s focus on flexibility and industry-standard protocols positions the company to compete effectively in the evolving landscape dominated by traditional players such as AMD and Intel.
Quantum in Context: IBM Key to New NIST Post-Quantum Crypto Standards
Dr. Bob Sutor and Krista Case of The Futurum Group discuss the three new standards for post-quantum encryption released by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology and IBM’s role in developing the specifications.
Rigetti Computing Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
The Futurum Group’s Dr. Bob Sutor discusses Rigetti Computing’s Q2 2024 earnings, highlighting $3.1 million in revenue and the development of the 84-qubit Ankaa-3 system. Read on for an in-depth analysis of the company’s progress and future outlook.
D-Wave Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results
The Futurum Group’s Dr. Bob Sutor shares his insights on D-Wave’s second-quarter 2024 results, highlighting the company’s growth, technological advancements, and strategic partnerships.
IonQ Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
The Futurum Group’s Dr. Bob Sutor discusses IonQ’s Q2 2024 results, which include a 160% year-over-year revenue increase to $5.5 million and a raise of its full-year guidance, reflecting growing demand for its quantum computing systems.
AI Chipsets in Context: Good and Bad News for Vendors
Dr. Bob Sutor of The Futurum Group examines recent good and bad news for several leading vendors of AI chipsets for cloud and data center applications, including Intel Corporation, NVIDIA, Groq, and Cerebras Systems.
GlobalFoundries Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
The Futurum Group’s Bob Sutor discusses GlobalFoundries’ Q2 2024 financial performance, showcasing the company’s resilience and strategic focus, with significant contributions from their recent acquisition of GaN technology. The Futurum Group highlights how GF’s innovative approach is driving sustainable growth.
