Quantum.Tech USA 2025
April 14 - Cryptography Spotlight Day | April 15-16 - Main Conference and Expo
Conrad Hotel, Washington D.C.
Cryptography Spotlight Day
Discover the real world application of Secure Communications: Join us for an immersive one-day Quantum Cryptography Workshop in the heart of Washington, D.C., where cutting-edge quantum technology meets the world of cybersecurity.
In an era of unprecedented technological advancement, quantum computing poses both incredible opportunities and formidable threats to information security. The Quantum Cryptography Workshop at Quantum.Tech USA offers a unique opportunity for professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts to delve into the fascinating realm of quantum cryptography.
This one-day event will bring together experts, thought leaders, and practitioners from the quantum and cybersecurity fields to provide a comprehensive introduction to quantum cryptography, its significance in the digital age, and its potential to revolutionize secure communication, financial services and government.
This was a huge success in 2024 and we have booked a bigger theatre specially for 2025; don’t miss out on the topic everyone is talking about!
9:00 am - 9:35 am
REGISTRATION AND COFFEE
9:35 am - 9:45 am
Chair’s Opening Remarks
Christopher Bishop -
Chief Reinvention Officer,
Improvising careers
9:45 am - 10:05 am
An update from NIST – what are the updates on quantum security
Lily Chen -
Project Leader, Mathematician,
NIST
10:05 am - 10:30 am
Preparing for PQC Resistance: The approach of an international pension fund for its open source blockchain-based digital identity system
Dino Cataldo Dell'Accio -
Chief Information Officer,
United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund
Organization using Hyperledger Indy and Aries for their blockchain-based digital identity system rely on traditional public-key cryptography that could be compromised by quantum algorithms. These include:
- Digital signatures used for verifying credentials and identities
- Encrypted communications between agents
- Key exchange protocols that establish secure connections
- Digital certificates that verify the authenticity of entities in the network
The presentation will provide an overview of the preparatory governance & technology actions being taken to address PQC threats.
10:30 am - 11:20 am
How are Fortune 500 organizations getting quantum prepared?
Omar Amer -
Vice President,
JPMorganChase
Elizabeth Wood - Senior Cybersecurity, AT&T
Manfred Rieck - VP Individual Solution Development, Deutsche Bahn
Christopher Bishop - Chief Reinvention Officer, Improvising careers
Varun Sharma - EY Americas Cyber Growth and Private Equity Leader, EY
- Are organizations ready for the quantum era, or should we be concerned?
- What does the future hold for quantum communication technologies?
- How close are we to realizing the quantum internet?
- Can quantum communications truly be made secure?
- Which platforms will dominate the future of quantum communications?
- Is the current software infrastructure sufficient to support a successful rollout of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD)?
Sponsored by: EY
11:20 am - 11:40 am
A Full-Stack Quantum Secure Communications Network
Michael Cubeddu -
Co-Founder and VP of R&D,
Aliro
Quantum Secure Communications (QSC) offers the highest level of network security for data-in-transit. This presentation will explain QSC principles, and illustrate how to implement and operate a real full-stack quantum-secure network, including the relevant hardware and software layers. The session will cover how quantum key distribution (QKD) and entanglement-based networking are implemented in practice, and how these technologies integrate with existing network infrastructure and applications.
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of a practical implementation of QSC and its usage in securing communications against quantum and classical threats.
Sponsored by: Aliro
11:40 am - 12:00 pm
Achieve Crypto-Agility - Practical Steps for Enterprise Security in the Quantum Era
Jai Arun -
Head of IBM Quantum Safe Product Management and Strategy,
IBM
Quantum-safe transformation is no longer a theoretical concern—it’s an operational necessity. With standards like NIST, enterprises and government agencies must continually consider enabling cryptographic agility into their governance, supply chain, and technology. But where should they start? This session will provide a structured steps for organizations to assess their cryptographic dependencies, establish migration priorities, and implement agile cryptographic architectures that can seamlessly adapt to the quantum era. Jai Arun, Head of IBM Quantum Safe Product Management and Strategy, will discuss lessons learned from early adopters, key technical considerations for deployments, and strategies to minimize disruption while ensuring regulatory compliance. Attendees will leave with clear, actionable next steps to move beyond awareness and take decisive actions toward building resilience and crypto-agile in cybersecurity.
Sponsored by: IBM Quantum Safe
11:50 am - 12:10 pm
Lessons learned from the White House – keeping the country secure in the quantum era
Nick Polk -
Branch Director, Federal Cybersecurity,
Office of Management and Budget
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
A Full-Stack Quantum Secure Communications Network
Skip Norton -
VP Development,
QuintessenceLabs
Quantum Secure Communications (QSC) offers the highest level of network security for data-in-transit. This presentation will explain QSC principles, and illustrate how to implement and operate a real full-stack quantum-secure network, including the relevant hardware and software layers. The session will cover how quantum key distribution (QKD) and entanglement-based networking are implemented in practice, and how these technologies integrate with existing network infrastructure and applications.
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of a practical implementation of QSC and its usage in securing communications against quantum and classical threats.
Sponsored by: QuintessenceLabs
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
The use of Quantum Physics in Cybersecurity: Securing the financial world in the Quantum Era
Tahereh Rezaei -
PQC Scientist,
Wells Fargo
The rapid advancements in Quantum Computing pose a significant threat to the traditional cryptographic foundation of modern finance, requiring secure alternatives like Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). This talk explores QKD’s potential to secure interbank communications. We discuss its technical principles, implementation challenges in large-scale financial systems, and integration with existing infrastructure, highlighting potentials used cases. The talk provides a scientific and practical perspective on leveraging QKD to enhance financial security in quantum era.
12:50 pm - 1:20 pm
EVERYTHING YOU KNEW ABOUT ENTROPY HAS CHANGED
Scott Streit -
Chief Scientist,
Entrokey Labs
Lieutenant General USAF, Ret. Rick Moore - Senior Avisory, Entrokey Labs
A fireside chat moderated by Lt. General Moore (Ret.) USAF explores a completely new and patented service pushing back against threats posed by quantum computing and AI on our digital economy and national security.
Gen. Moore will discuss with Entrokey Labs' leadership, individual holders of 40+ patents in the fields of cryptography, AI, ML, and biometrics. The talk will examine how a real-time, entropy-centered approach will fundamentally change how we practice crypto-agility. It will provide a path that will save our economy hundreds of billions in unnecessary infrastructure changes, whether on- or off-prem, or in edge environments.
Sponsored by: Entrokey Labs
1:20 pm - 2:20 pm
NETWORKING LUNCH
2:20 pm - 2:40 pm
An update on quantum security at a global telco
Brian Miles -
Quantum Security Industry Expert,
Independant
2:40 pm - 3:00 pm
Quantum Security in logistics
Manfred Rieck -
VP Individual Solution Development,
Deutsche Bahn
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Crypto Showcase 4
Bruno Sanglé-Ferrière -
CEO,
Carrousel Digital Ltd
3:20 pm - 3:40 pm
Is hybrid and backward compatibility necessary?
Garfield Jones -
Associate Chief of Strategic Technology,
US Department of Homeland Security
3:40 pm - 4:00 pm
Silicon Chip-Based QKD: The Path to a Viable Commercial QKD Offering
Chris Erven -
CEO & Co-Founder,
KETS
4:00 pm - 4:20 pm
How are Federal Institutions and Governments Addressing Quantum Security?
Thomas Plumb Reyes -
Quantum Policy Co-Ordinator,
The State Department
Lily Chen - Project Leader, Mathematician, NIST
Rick Muller - Director, Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity
This panel will explore the increasing recognition among national governments of the risks quantum computing poses to traditional cryptographic systems. It will examine how governments are proactively addressing these challenges to safeguard sensitive data and national interests. Attendees will learn about the policy frameworks, collaborative efforts, and investment strategies being employed to strengthen quantum cryptography capabilities.
Key topics include:
- What is the stance of federal institutions and governments on the "harvest now, decrypt later" threat?
- How are governments collaborating to promote standardization and interoperability in quantum security?
- What practical challenges do governments face when implementing quantum-resistant cryptographic techniques, and how are they addressing them?
- What are the current complexities in transitioning to quantum-safe encryption and securing critical national infrastructure?
4:20 pm - 4:40 pm
NETWORKING BREAK
4:40 pm - 5:00 pm
Practical Implementation of a Quantum-safe Crypto-agile Network
Obada Alia -
Vice President of Applied Research in Quantum Communications and Cryptography,
JP Morgan Chase & Co
Obada Alia
Vice President of Applied Research in Quantum Communications and CryptographyJP Morgan Chase & Co
5:00 pm - 5:20 pm
Quantum Computing: Entering the Next Phase of Its Evolution
Bob Sorensen -
Senior Vice President of Research and Chief Analyst for Quantum Computing,
Hyperion Research
Bob Sorensen
Senior Vice President of Research and Chief Analyst for Quantum ComputingHyperion Research
