Building a Business Empire with my Technological System

Chapter 345: The Quantum Processor

February 1st, 2030

Golden Topper Building, Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig.

Michael Reyes sat in the sleek, modern conference room on the top floor of the Golden Topper building, BGC. The panoramic windows offered a stunning view of Metro Manila's skyline, but Michael's focus was on the group of highly skilled electrical and computer engineers gathered around the conference table.

These were some of the best minds in the country, brought together to discuss a groundbreaking venture that could redefine the technological landscape of the Philippines.

As the engineers settled into their seats, Michael stood up, his presence commanding attention. Juliet sat next to him, ready to take notes and assist with the meeting.

"Thank you all for coming on such short notice," Michael began, his tone confident yet inviting. "As you know, we have acquired a semiconductor facility in Laguna, and we are on the verge of something monumental. Today, I want to discuss the current state of the semiconductor industry, the leading companies in this field, and the basics of how semiconductors work.

Let's start with your current understanding of the industry."

Dr. Albert Secretario, a distinguished professor from the University of the Philippines, who specialized in semiconductor physics, spoke first. "The semiconductor industry is critical to modern technology.

Companies like Intel, TSMC, Samsung, and NVIDIA are at the forefront, producing cutting-edge chips that power everything from smartphones and computers to advanced AI systems and autonomous vehicles."

Michael nodded, appreciating the succinct overview. "And what makes these companies leaders in this industry?"

Dr. Santos continued, "Several factors contribute to their leadership. They have extensive R&D capabilities, advanced manufacturing technologies, economies of scale, and a skilled workforce. They invest heavily in developing new materials and processes to improve chip performance and efficiency.

For example, TSMC's advancements in 5nm and 3nm process technologies have set new standards in the industry."

Juliet typed notes rapidly on her tablet, capturing every detail.

"Thank you, Dr. Santos," Michael said. "Now, can someone explain, in simple terms, how semiconductors work?"

Dr. Maria Hernandez, an expert in microelectronics from Ateneo de Manila University, took the floor. "At its core, a semiconductor is a material with electrical conductivity between that of a conductor and an insulator. Silicon is the most commonly used semiconductor material.

The unique property of semiconductors is that their conductivity can be altered by introducing impurities, a process called doping."

She paused to ensure everyone was following before continuing. "In semiconductors, we create components called transistors, which can act as switches or amplifiers. These transistors are the building blocks of integrated circuits (ICs). By arranging billions of transistors on a single chip, we can perform complex computations at incredible speeds."

Michael leaned forward, his interest piqued. "That is good…and how many transistors can the most advanced semiconductor chips have? Which models and companies are leading in this area?"

Dr. Maria Hernandez responded, "Currently, some of the most advanced semiconductor chips contain billions of transistors. For example, the Apple A14 Bionic chip, used in the iPhone 12, has about 11.8 billion transistors. This chip is manufactured by TSMC using their 5nm process technology."

Dr. Albert Secretario added, "NVIDIA's Ampere architecture, specifically the A100 GPU, is another example. It contains 54 billion transistors and is also manufactured by TSMC, but using their 7nm process. These chips are designed for high-performance computing, AI, and deep learning applications."

Michael nodded, absorbing the information. "That's impressive. So, TSMC seems to be a significant player in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. How does their technology compare to others?"

Dr. Secretario continued, "TSMC is indeed a leader, especially in terms of advanced process technologies. They consistently push the boundaries with their 5nm and upcoming 3nm nodes. Samsung is also a strong competitor with their 5nm EUV process. Intel, traditionally a leader in semiconductor technology, has faced some delays but is making strides with their 10nm SuperFin and future 7nm processes."

"Now, the reason why I'm asking you all of these questions is because the chips I have are decades ahead of what's currently available," Michael said, glancing at Juliet who simply nodded in acknowledgment.

Juliet pressed a remote control, causing the shutters on the windows to close, dimming the room. A projector screen descended from the ceiling, and a high-resolution display lit up with intricate diagrams and data.

Michael stood beside the screen, holding a sleek, black device. "Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce you to the Quantum Processor."

The screen is filled with detailed schematics and specifications of the Quantum Processor. Michael pointed to the screen, highlighting various aspects as he spoke.

"This Quantum Processor is unlike any semiconductor chip available today. It operates on quantum principles, allowing it to perform computations at speeds that are orders of magnitude faster than traditional silicon-based processors. Here are some of its key technical specifications."

He clicked a button, and the specifications were displayed prominently:

Transistor Count: 150 billion

Process Technology: 1nm Quantum Node

Core Architecture: Quantum Processing Units (QPUs)

Clock Speed: 10 GHz

Power Consumption: Ultra-low power due to quantum efficiency

Thermal Management: Advanced cryogenic cooling systems

Data Throughput: 10 TB/s

Integrated AI Co-processors: Dedicated quantum AI engines for real-time processing

The engineers leaned forward, eyes wide with amazement. Dr. Hernandez was the first to speak. "This is… incredible. A 1nm process technology? We're struggling with 3nm and 5nm nodes, and you've already achieved 1nm?

How?"

"Well, I can't tell you all the secrets," Michael said with a smile, "but what I can tell you is that we've combined advancements in materials science, quantum computing, and nano-engineering to achieve this breakthrough."

"Where did you make it?" Secretario asked. "If you don't mind me saying this, but it's almost impossible to make this kind of chip without specialized facilities that surpass anything currently available."

Michael smiled, appreciating the engineer's skepticism. "You're right. It wasn't easy, and it required facilities that are cutting-edge, even by today's standards. The initial prototypes were developed in a top-secret lab with capabilities that are not yet public knowledge.

However, with the facility we've acquired in Laguna, and the upgrades we've been implementing, we're now ready to bring this technology to market."

The engineers were visibly impressed and more curious than ever. Michael continued, "This Quantum Processor will revolutionize multiple industries. But to harness its full potential, we need to build an ecosystem around it, including software, hardware, and applications that can leverage its capabilities."

"Okay…I'm in," Secretario said, and the other engineers nodded their heads.

"Good…now, let's revolutionize another industry shall we?"