Ask HN: Will quantum computing offset the power grid needs of AI?
3•quantum2022•1h ago
What do you think? If successful, will quantum computing reduce the power needs of AI and datacenters or will we come up with new ideas and problems that will continue to increase power needs?
Currently most quibits require cryogenic cooling so without a breakthrough in room temperature superconductors etc. we could easily end up in a situation where quantum computing is used for specialized tasks where it is faster than conventional computing but the end result is more energy expenditure overall.
bariumbitmap•1h ago
Currently most quibits require cryogenic cooling so without a breakthrough in room temperature superconductors etc. we could easily end up in a situation where quantum computing is used for specialized tasks where it is faster than conventional computing but the end result is more energy expenditure overall.
Edit: clarified the wording