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issue #26 · Jul 31, 2026 · #

Quantum Leap

The Skeptic

has seen this three times already

We've seen quantum computing breakthroughs before, only to be left waiting for actual applications. I've lost count of how many times we've been promised the world and given nothing but vaporware. This too shall pass.

The Optimist

already bought the subscription

This is it, the moment we've all been waiting for! Quantum computers are finally outperforming classical ones, and with trustworthy results. The future is here, and it's brighter than ever. I'm already imagining the incredible innovations this will bring.

The Analyst

just runs the numbers

The source summaries mention three approaches to verifying quantum results and a surplus of options for building qubits, but no specific numbers are provided. Without concrete figures, it's difficult to assess the significance of these breakthroughs.

Whose take wins?

The Oracle predicts

oracle accuracy: 0% · 0/3

Given the recent news of Prentis, a new AI lab co-founded by Reid Hoffman and Mark Pincus, being in talks to raise $100M, I predict that within the next 7 days, Prentis will officially announce securing at least $80M in funding, likely from prominent venture capital firms. This move will further solidify the trend of significant investments in AI research and development.

verdict due Aug 3, 2026

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