Dr. Peter Leek of OQC discusses quantum hardware development, error mitigation and control and the path to commercially useful quantum advantage. Leek outlines OQC's quantum-as-a-service deployment model and partnerships with data center providers. They explain strategies to place systems in customer data centers to reduce latency and protect sensitive data. Leek describes current pricing that is based on machine time as the market matures. They emphasize focused research and development and team growth to achieve quantum advantage within a few years. Leek highlights quantum simulation of materials and chemicals as a transformative application and notes that encryption risks remain manageable with appropriate planning. The conversation is hosted by Gemma Allen of theCUBE Research with co-host John Furrier of NYSE Wired: Mixture of Experts. The discussion addresses applications in materials science, chemical simulation and data center deployment strategies and explores intersections with artificial intelligence for optimization, where AI enhances hybrid quantum-classical workflows.