The advent of quantum computing has paved the way for other experimental techniques, startup executives say. “The groundwork that quantum computing has done—and the idea of neuromorphic computing—has laid the foundation for considering alternatives,” Mr. Leake said. The rise in alternative computing methods is partly driven by companies’ growing demand for powering processes such as artificial intelligence. Intel is ramping up investments in novel computing methods by developing quantum chips and neuromorphic chips. Intel's quantum computing chip balanced on a pencil eraser.

Source: Wall Street Journal February 04, 2020 17:26 UTC