Unusual Whales Pod Ep. 68: Future of Quantum Computing with XanaduAI

Mar 16, 2026

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As part of our Quantum computing series, we’re talking with leadership from our sponsor Xanadu, a company building photonic quantum technology aimed at real-world use. We’ll get into what quantum computing actually is, where the industry stands today, and touch a bit on where the hype may be running ahead of the reality. Before we get started, this episode is brought to you by Xanadu, but that does not imply a direct endorsement of the company. Nothing in this interview should be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any security, and you should always do your own research or confer with your financial advisor before making any investment decisions in any company

Joining me is the founder and CEO of today’s sponsor Xanadu, Dr. Christian Weedbrook. Xanadu is a Toronto-based photonic quantum computing company he launched in 2016 with the goal of making quantum computers useful and broadly accessible. Originally from Australia, he took an unconventional path into the field, moving from film and advertising into mathematics, physics, and ultimately quantum science. He earned his PhD in Quantum Information Theory from the University of Queensland and later completed postdoctoral work at both MIT and the University of Toronto.

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