Quantum in the Age of AI, with Dr Robert Sutor & Yariv Adan

In this week’s episode of Time to Talk Quantum [TTQ], Firgun Ventures co-founder Dr Kris Naudts is joined by Yariv Adan and Dr Bob Sutor for a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the foundations of computing and what that means for quantum.Together, they focus on the breakdown of the traditional technology stack as large language models commoditise the application layer, shifting value toward compute, infrastructure, and data. Yariv shares an investor perspective on why many startups and VCs are misreading this shift, while Bob unpacks the realities of quantum computing and the long winding road towards scalable, fault-tolerant systems. The discussion also touches on geopolitics, supply chains, and the growing concentration of power in global tech infrastructure.Episode Themes: Why compute, scale, and infrastructure are becoming the new competitive moatThe reality of quantum computing today vs. long-term expectationsHow AI can improve quantum systems and where quantum may enhance AIThe role of hybrid (classical + quantum) computing workflowsSupply chains, and the fragility of global tech infrastructureWhat investors are getting wrong about AI and quantumFollow TTQ Podcast on social media: Instagram: @timetotalkquantum  TikTok: @timetotalkquantum X @talk_quantum About the guests: Yariv Adan: Yariv is the founding General Partner at ellipsis venture, an early-stage AI deep tech VC, focused exclusively on transformative AI solutions. Previously, Yariv spent 17 years building AI at Google. He co-founded Google Assistant and Google Lens and led Google Cloud’s Conversational AI and Applied GenAI teams. Dr Robert Sutor: Bob is the founder of Sutor Group Intelligence and Advisory. A theoretical mathematician by training, Bob’s industry role is to advance AI and quantum technologies, providing strategic and technical insight to build strong business and educational ecosystems. He is also the author of ‘Dancing with Qubits’, and a Non-Executive Director at Nu Quantum. Links & Resources Substack: From 17 Years at Google to Venture: Yariv Adan, Founding General Partner at Ellipsis Ventures, on Building Defensible AI CompaniesBook: Dancing with Qubits: How quantum computing works and how it can change the world: Amazon.co.uk: Robert S. Sutor: 9781838827366: BooksThis podcast is brought to you by Firgun Ventures.Follow Dr Kris Naudts on LinkedInFirgun Ventures LinkedInFirgun Ventures WebsiteContent advisory: Time to Talk Quantum explores the intersections between quantum technology and AI, health, finance, defence and art. Some discussions may cover sensitive or technical subjects related to cybersecurity, global security, geopolitics or emerging technologies. The podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, scientific, or medical advice.