The 10 second story
Peter Sarlin, who sold his artificial intelligence startup to AMD for $665 million, has launched QuTwo to build the infrastructure enterprises will need when quantum computing becomes practical. The startup believes businesses should prepare their systems now rather than scramble to catch up when quantum computers become commercially viable.
Why it matters
Quantum computing promises to solve certain problems thousands of times faster than current computers, but enterprises face a chicken-and-egg problem. The technology remains experimental, yet the businesses that adapt first will gain massive advantages in areas like logistics optimisation, financial modelling, and supply chain management. Building quantum-ready infrastructure takes years, and waiting until the technology matures means starting from scratch whilst competitors who prepared early pull ahead.
What this means for your business
- Technical debt becomes more expensive as quantum-ready systems require different architectural approaches than traditional computing infrastructure
- Early preparation costs shift from optional future investment to competitive necessity, as businesses that delay quantum infrastructure will face catch-up costs when the technology arrives
- The gap between quantum-prepared and unprepared businesses will compound over time, creating permanent disadvantages for late adopters in industries where quantum computing provides clear benefits