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 -
Moderator,
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
Testing and preparing the United Nations pension fund for PQC
Dino Cataldo Dell'Accio -
Chief Information Officer,
United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund
10:30 am - 11:10 am
How are Fortune 500 organizations getting quantum prepared?
Omar Amer -
Quantum Cryptography Research Lead,
JP Morgan Chase & Co
Tony Parrillo - VP, Enterprise IT Global Head of Cyber Security, Schneider Electric
Elizabeth Wood - Senior Cybersecurity, AT&T
Manfred Rieck - VP, Deutsche Bahn
- 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)?
11:10 am - 11:30 am
Crypto showcase 1
Sponsored by: Aliro
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Achieve Crypto-Agility - Practical Steps for Enterprise Security in the Quantum Era
Jai Arun -
Head of IBM Quantum Safe Product Management and Strategy,
IBM
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
Crypto showcase 2
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 - 1:10 pm
Crypto showcase 3
Sponsored by: Entrokey Labs
1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
NETWORKING LUNCH
2:00 pm - 2:25 pm
An update on quantum security at a global telco
Brian Miles -
Principal Member of Technical Staff,
AT&T
2:25 pm - 2:50 pm
Quantum Security in logistics
Manfred Rieck -
VP,
Deutsche Bahn
2:50 pm - 3:10 pm
Crypto Showcase 4
Bruno Sanglé-Ferrière -
CEO,
Carrousel Digital Ltd
3:10 pm - 3:30 pm
Is hybrid and backward compatibility necessary?
Garfield Jones -
Associate Chief of Strategic Technology,
US Department of Homeland Security
3:30 pm - 4:00 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?
4:00 pm - 4:20 pm
NETWORKING BREAK
4:20 pm - 4:40 pm
Quantum-safe MACsec Connectivity to Public Cloud Providers in a Metropolitan Network over Deployed Fiber
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
4:40 pm - 5:00 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
