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NEWS: IBM just dropped their quantum timeline. I can't stop thinking about what I saw. I spent the day at IBM's Technology in Action event in London exploring what enterprise AI and quantum computing look like in practice. Here's what caught my attention: 1. Quantum Nighthawk processor (announced at the event): → 30% more complex circuits than previous generations → Each qubit connects to 4 others (vs 2-3 previously) → Solves 30-40% larger problems on today's hardware → Operations jump from 5,000 today to 100 million when fault-tolerant The implications are massive: • Moderna using quantum to explore medicine design • HSBC saw 34% increase in successful algorithmic trades • Problems classical computers can't touch become solvable 2. watsonx Orchestrate for AI agents: → One system orchestrating multiple specialised agents → Automatically routes to HR, IT, Legal agents based on query → Pre-built integrations with ServiceNow, SAP, Salesforce → Ferrari using it to generate real-time race insights for millions of fans IBM's Client Zero strategy (drinking their own champagne): • $3B in productivity gains unlocked in 2024 • On track for $4.5B annually • Tested across 70 business units and 270,000 employees My takeaway: I spoke with Adam Hammond (Business Leader for IBM Quantum EMEA) and Jessica Ridella (Global Technology Managing Director) this week. Quantum advantage is the point at which quantum computers can solve problems that classical computers alone cannot handle effectively. IBM expects quantum advantage by 2026 and fault-tolerant by 2029. But what matters today: 66% of UK businesses are already seeing AI productivity gains, yet 62% admit they're barely scratching the surface. The gap is now less about capability and more about deployment. The models are ready. The infrastructure exists. The question is: are you? #IBMPartner Follow me Alex Banks for daily AI highlights and insights.