Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore the current state of quantum-inspired annealing in this comprehensive conference talk from Conf42 Quantum Computing 2023. Delve into the quantum ecosystem, comparing quantum and classical approaches, and examine the likely evolution of quantum technology. Gain insights into the characteristics of annealers and understand the differences between quantum and quantum-inspired systems. Follow along as the speaker presents benchmarking rationales and approaches, using various problem examples such as SK spin glass, feature selection, traveling salesman, bin packing, and a pizza parlor scenario. Conclude with an overview of the annealer landscape and discover opportunities for further engagement in this cutting-edge field.