# What Happened at CES: A Quantum Computing Breakthrough You Didn’t See Coming

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Podcast: [Perceived Reality](https://stenobird.com/podcast/perceived-reality-7358004)
Published: 2026-01-23T10:43:10+00:00
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## Resource

In this CES edition, host Nadja Atwal sits down with Dr. Muhammad Ali Khan to discuss the global launch of ChatQLM , a revolutionary quantum computing platform that aims to democratize access to quantum and supercomputing power. As CEO of SuperQ Quantum and its parent company Staque , Dr. Khan explains how this new app bridges the complex worlds of AI, quantum, and supercomputing—all through a familiar chat interface. Key Discussion Points: The Launch of ChatQLM : Designed as a ChatGPT-style interface for quantum computing, ChatQLM allows users to access supercomputing power without needing a PhD or deep technical background. Beyond Generative AI : Unlike ChatGPT, ChatQLM tackles quantitative decision-making, offering precise, data-driven answers using optimization solvers, GPUs, and quantum hardware. From Enterprise to Consumer : Dr. Khan shares the journey of building enterprise-grade quantum tools for researchers—and the technical challenges in transitioning them into user-friendly mobile apps. Why CES Matters : The product debuted at CES to maximize hands-on exposure and user feedback. The app is available for free with a generous free tier to ensure broad accessibility. Vision and Impact : With operations spanning Canada, the US, and the UAE, Dr. Khan's mission is clear: to put the power of quantum computing into as many hands as possible, empowering everyone from investors to researchers to optimize decisions with unprecedented precision. Takeaways: Dr. Khan’s vision isn’t just technological—it’s philosophical. He’s redefining what it means to access power, removing the financial and intellectual gatekeeping traditionally associated with quantum systems. By making quantum computing as intuitive as a chat interface, ChatQLM opens doors for small startups, independ…

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