Event agenda
Tuesday, 13 October 2026
08:15 - 09:00
09:00 - 09:05
Welcome & Opening
09:05 - 09:25
Overview of Quantum Computing
09:25 - 09:45
Overview of Quantum-Safe Security
Jordan Shapiro - President & General Manager, Quantum Platform at IonQ (tbc)
09:45 - 10:05
Overview of Quantum Instrumentation
Prof. Kirsten Moselund - Paul Scherrer Institut and EPFL
10:05 - 10:35
10:35 - 10:55
Overview of Quantum Sensing
Prof. Christian Degen - ETH Zürich
10:55 - 11:15
Overview of Quantum Supply Chain
11:15 - 12:00
Panel Discussion
12:00 - 12:10
Wrap-up and conclusion
12:10 - 14:00
12:20 - 14:00
b2b Meetings
- B2B area
Meeting duration:20 minutes time slots
14:00 - 16:00
Session: Quantum Computing
Exploring the latest advances in quantum computing, showcasing cutting-edge research, industrial applications, and emerging collaborations within Switzerland’s quantum ecosystem.
14:00 - 16:00
Session: Quantum Instrumentation
Presenting the latest development in enabling technologies for quantum computing, sensing and communications.
14:00 - 16:00
Session: Quantum Sensors
Showcasing how quantum technologies are already delivering impact from medical diagnostics to ultra-precise timing and synchronization and highlight concrete applications developed in Switzerland.
14:00 - 16:00
Session: Quantum-Safe Security
Exploring the transition to post-quantum cryptography and QKD deployment strategies through practical migration steps and industry standards.
16:00 - 16:30
16:30 - 17:30
Session: Business Development
What it takes to take quantum from lab to market from the perspectives of start-ups, VCs, and industry.
16:30 - 17:30
Session: International Quantum
Quantum innovation is not limited by borders. This session brings together international leaders and policymakers to offer a comparative look at how different regions are approaching quantum development.
16:30 - 17:30
Session: Quantum Career
Navigating the wide range of career opportunities in the quantum industry through insights from professionals across the ecosystem.
16:30 - 17:30
Session: Supply Chain
This exploratory session invites SMEs and established industry players to discover emerging opportunities within the quantum hardware ecosystem.
17:30 - 19:30