April 14 - Cryptography Spotlight Day | April 15-16 - Main Conference
Conrad Hotel, Washington D.C.
As artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing continue to evolve, their combined potential offers transformative possibilities for both government and commercial sectors. This panel will explore how these two groundbreaking technologies are being harnessed together to drive advancements in national security, data analysis, and business innovation.
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This panel will provide insights into the emerging synergies between AI and quantum computing, and the profound implications they have for shaping the future of digital infrastructure and policy.
As quantum hardware advances, the distinction between Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum (NISQ) systems and fault-tolerant quantum computing is becoming a central focus in the race to develop scalable quantum technologies. This panel will bring together the leaders driving these developments to explore the challenges and breakthroughs in qubit development and the journey from NISQ systems to fully fault-tolerant quantum computers.
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This session will provide insights into the evolving landscape of quantum hardware, the ongoing efforts to scale qubits, and the future potential of fault-tolerant quantum computing.
As quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) continue to dominate tech headlines, it's essential to move beyond the hype and understand their real-world capabilities and limitations. This panel will focus on separating fact from fiction, exploring where these technologies stand today, and discussing the challenges in turning their promises into tangible outcomes.
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This panel will provide a critical perspective on the current capabilities of quantum and AI technologies, offering insights into how organizations can overcome the hype and strategically plan for their future use.
Quantum computing is set to revolutionize the financial services industry by enabling unprecedented speed, security, and analytical power. This panel will explore the latest advancements in quantum technologies and how they are being applied to solve complex challenges in finance, from risk modeling to cryptography.
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This panel will provide insights into how quantum technologies are poised to reshape financial services, offering a look at the opportunities and challenges of integrating quantum computing into the heart of the financial industry.
Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries by solving complex problems that are currently beyond the reach of classical computers. This panel will explore how quantum technology is being applied to accelerate drug discovery, optimize molecular modeling, and enhance personalized medicine, among other innovations.
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This panel will provide a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges that quantum computing presents for the pharma and life sciences sectors, highlighting its potential to drive the next wave of innovation in healthcare and medicine.
As quantum technologies rapidly evolve, international collaboration plays a vital role in shaping the global quantum landscape. However, the rise of "quantum nationalism" and competition for talent and resources create significant challenges for fostering cooperation. This panel will explore the delicate balance between collaboration and competition, alongside the workforce challenges the quantum industry faces.
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This panel will provide insights into the complexities of international collaboration in quantum technologies, the rise of quantum nationalism, and the strategies needed to develop a skilled, globally competitive quantum workforce.
As the quantum race intensifies, particularly with the growing threat from China, it’s crucial for National Labs and federal institutions to collaborate effectively to maintain U.S. leadership in quantum technologies. This panel will examine the strategic funding, legislation, and collaborative efforts necessary to advance quantum research and development.
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This closing keynote panel will provide valuable insights into the collaborative frameworks and strategic initiatives necessary to secure U.S. leadership in quantum technologies amidst increasing global competition.