D-Wave and Zapata AI have recently announced a collaboration aimed at advancing quantum-enabled machine learning. This strategic technical and commercial partnership brings together the expertise of D-Wave in quantum computing systems with the innovative generative AI software developed by Zapata AI.
The primary focus of this collaboration is the joint development and deployment of applications that can tackle computationally complex problems. By combining the power of D-Wave’s quantum technologies, which are capable of performing quantum annealing with thousands of qubits, and Zapata AI’s generative AI algorithms, these applications will enable accelerated discoveries and solutions for optimization problems.
One of the initial areas of focus for this partnership is the development of quantum generative AI models that can facilitate the discovery of new molecules. This has the potential to drive significant advancements in fields such as drug discovery and materials science.
Through this collaboration, Zapata AI gains access to D-Wave’s Advantage annealing quantum computing systems, quantum-hybrid solvers, and development resources. This will accelerate the development of commercial applications and provide the necessary resources to bring these applications to market. The collaboration also includes joint go-to-market efforts, with the exclusive availability of commercial applications through D-Wave’s Leap real-time quantum cloud service.
Both D-Wave and Zapata AI share a common vision of accelerating the adoption and commercial use of emerging technologies for innovation and transformation. By combining generative AI with quantum computing, they aim to unlock previously unattainable value for their customers.
Dr. Christopher Savoie, CEO and co-founder of Zapata AI, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating that it will enable the development of industrial-grade machine learning applications that leverage the power of generative AI software and D-Wave’s quantum computing technologies.
Dr. Alan Baratz, CEO of D-Wave, believes that this collaboration is a significant step towards realizing the potential of combining generative AI and quantum computing to address society’s most computationally complex problems. He is optimistic that D-Wave and Zapata AI will usher in the commercial era of quantum machine learning.
D-Wave is a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, and is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers. They have worked with advanced organizations like Mastercard, Deloitte, and Siemens Healthineers. Zapata AI, on the other hand, is an Industrial Generative AI company that develops solutions for enterprises to solve complex problems more efficiently.
By partnering and combining their expertise, D-Wave and Zapata AI aim to accelerate the development and adoption of quantum-enabled machine learning applications. This collaboration has the potential to revolutionize industries and drive significant advances in various fields.
