The end of NISQ! IBM continues to push the boundaries of quantum computing, unveiling the IBM Quantum Heron and Quantum System Two, both featuring significant advancements in error reduction and performance. IBM's roadmap extends to 2033, with a focus on gate operation improvements and the development of quantum-centric supercomputing. Meanwhile, a team of researchers has proposed a hybrid quantum multiple kernel learning methodology to enhance the quality of predictive models in financial services, highlighting the potential of quantum machine learning in optimizing financial tasks. In the educational realm, researchers Barry W. Fitzgerald, Patrick Emonts, and Jordi Tura have written a paper simplifying the concept of quantum teleportation for high school and early university students, emphasizing the importance of engaging teaching methods for complex subjects. In terms of business developments, AI startup Extropic has closed a $14.1 million Series Seed funding round, aiming to revolutionize computation by integrating generative AI with the physics of the world. Lastly, the race for quantum computing supremacy continues to heat up, as highlighted in a recent CBS News report.