# Why We’re Still at the Start of the Quantum Marathon

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Podcast: [Impact Quantum: A Podcast for the Quantum Curious](https://stenobird.com/podcast/impact-quantum-a-podcast-for-the-quantum-curious-1309468)
Published: 2026-06-09T15:55:00+00:00
Episode link: http://impactquantum.com
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## Resource

In this episode, we're joined by Andre Koenig, a strategic consultant whose work helps governments, investors, and companies worldwide navigate the rapidly evolving quantum landscape. Together, we peel back the layers of hype and misconception around quantum technologies, exploring what it really takes to drive innovation, the intersection of quantum and AI, and why the true transformative power of quantum may still be decades away. Whether you're a scientist, entrepreneur, or simply quantum curious, this conversation offers invaluable insights into the present and future of one of technology's final frontiers. Links André on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/estrapadus/ Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Uozkyn4JKYk Time Stamps 00:00 Scaling responsibly within the industry 04:55 Challenges in Implementing Weather Tech 07:45 Understanding Amara's Law in Tech 12:22 AI for quantum computing 14:03 Early adoption of quantum technology 20:34 Cloud services and enterprise technology 21:53 Discussing misconceptions in quantum tech 27:08 Discussing evolution in technology 28:38 Career opportunities in Quantum technology 31:22 Challenges in global collaboration 35:50 Impact of prompt engineering

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