Networking Breakfast
Welcome to Q2B24 Paris
Matt Johnson, CEO, QC Ware Nicolas Dufourcq, CEO, Bpifrance
The French Quantum Strategy Thanks to the France 2030 Investment Plan
Bruno Bonnell, Secretary General for Investment in charge of the France 2030 plan, Prime Minister Office
Quantum computing for Energy Transition
Stéphane Tanguy, EDF Lab CIO & CTO, EDF Etienne Decossin, IT Research Program Director, EDF
Applications with Neutral Atom Quantum Computing Today
Pasqal is building quantum computers based on neutral atoms, with a modular design allowing for more stable and easier to maintain devices. With partners in its ecosystem, Pasqal develops industry-relevant […]
Networking Coffee Break, Sponsored by Systematic Paris Region
A new approach to drug discovery – Introducing Koffee!
Everything we do at Kvantify is with the long-term goal of enabling Quantum Computing. However, we don't wait for the hardware, instead, we develop novel tools that are ground-breaking in […]
Applications of Quantum Networks: the Short and the Long Term
While quantum networks are being deployed all over the world, they are currently only targeting a single application: Quantum key distribution. It is a well known fact that as soon […]
The Path to Quantum Value
We could soon see a commercial quantum computer which can be used for commercial applications. But getting value from these machines won’t be easy, and requires a detailed assesment of […]
Corporate Finance Advisory – to support Quantum investments in Europe
The European Investment Bank’s Corporate Finance Advisory (CFA) team provides innovative EU companies with FREE financial advice on the bankability and financing of their business plans and can act as […]
Start Up Pitch Sessions
Jannes Stubbemann, CEO, aqora Shahida Imani, CEO & Co founder, Singular Photonics Ltd. Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard, CEO & Founder, QuantumPrime Brigitte Leridon, CEO PioniQ & CNRS Researcher, PioniQ Roland […]
Networking Lunch
Sneak preview: Quantum Technology Monitor 2024
Pr. Dr. Niko Mohr, Expert Partner, McKinsey & Company
Integrating HPC and Quantum Computers in Europe
This talk highlights the integration of quantum computers with HPC across Europe, a key initiative of the European Commission with EuroHPC JU. We will explore the deployment of the quantum […]
Diamond Sensing for the Future of Exploration
SBQuantum is Building Quantum Magnetics for Earth and Space, combining leading edge hardware in the field of quantum sensing with advanced interpretation and compensation algorithms to bring magnetics to new […]
Secure and Scalable Multi-Node to Multi-Node Quantum Networks
Ingrid Romijn, CEO, Q*Bird
Entangled Photon Communication, photonic router and Teleportation ?
Bruno Sanglé-Ferrière, CEO, Carrousel Digital Ltd
Quantum-Accelerated Supercomputing
Quantum computing is a breakthrough science and technology solo star, but its true power lies in partnering with supercomputing. In this presentation, I’ll highlight LRZ’s multi-dimensional efforts to provide, merge […]
Quantum Imaging for Materials Discovery
Qnami develops imaging solutions for academics and industrials at the cutting edge of material developments. We present in this talk how quantum sensor technology allows to gain new insights into […]
Planning Cellular Communication Networks using Pasqal QPUs
Mourad Beji, VP, Platform & Solutions, Pasqal
Counterdiabatic Protocols for Quantum Enhanced Machine Learning
In this talk we will showcase how counterdiabatic protocols used in other domains may also have an impact in conventional ML workflows. In particular, we will showcase how Feature Selection […]
Real-Time Magnetic Field Measurement in the milli-Kelvin Domain
In super-conducting quantum compute systems, low level (μT) magnetic fields can contribute to decoherence, fields that are not always successfully managed by shielding. Ideally it would help to directly measure […]
Digital Communications: Vulnerability and Necessity
Alain Fernando-Santana, Co founder & managing Director, Cyferall
Quantum Quest to Enhance AI for Aerospace Data Analysis
Aerospace is an industry characterised by vast amounts of data, often requiring rapid analysis to accurately predict any abnormal behavior. This talk will delve into quantum-enhanced anomaly detection, employing various […]
Presentation of our Trapped ion Quantum Computer
Crystal Quantum Computing realizes a quantum computer based on the trapped ion technology. In this presentation, we will review the market as well as the technological stakes of our project. […]
Quantum at OVHcloud
Why a cloud provider need to be involved in quantum field and how ? Fanny Bouton, Quantum Lead, OVHcloud
Impact of Quantum Sensors on Earth Observation from Space
Quantum sensors have a broad range of applications in aerospace and are a promising technology, in particular when deployed in space. Cold atom interferometry can enhance the gravity field monitoring […]
Predicting Ingredient Degradation with Computed Quantum Features in a Data-Driven Pipeline
Networking Coffee Break, Sponsored by Oxford Ionics
Quantum Computing for Sustainable and Energy Materials
Houlong Zhuang, Assistant Professor, Arizona State University
Deloitte’s Quantum Climate Challenge
Climate Change is one of the biggest challenges humanity faces right now. Quantum Computing might be able to help with small parts of this challenge. Deloitte’s Quantum Climate Challenge explores […]
Applicability of Quantum Machine Learning to Predict Mechanical Properties of Aluminium Alloys in 3D-Printing
Machine Learning can be used to model the process-property relation in 3D printing to predict the resulting materials properties. However, limited amounts of training data pose a challenge for Machine […]
New Faces Panel
Oded Melamed, CEO & Co founder, Quantum Source Maud Vinet, CEO, Quobly Jannes Stubbemann, CEO, aqora Moderator: Kate Prebble, Investor, ICM Limited
Quantum Computing for Industrial Computational Chemistry
In this talk I will give an overview of how Covestro, a global high performance polymer chemistry company, is approaching quantum computing for digital R&D and present recent works with […]
Scaling-Up Quantum Computing with Modular Architectures
Tom Darras, CEO & CO founder, Welinq
When Quantum Clocks and Sensors Enter a Cosmic Dance with Space Technologies…
Quantum technologies will reshape how we deal with information, throughout the whole chain: acquiring, transmitting, and processing, and space technologies are well positioned both to benefit from and to support […]
Quantum Kernels for Health Sciences Data: Reproducibility and Variability Challenge – a look at outliers
In this presentation, we delve into the use of quantum kernels for data analysis in the health sciences. We address the critical issue of reproducibility inherent in quantum kernels and […]
QuEra’s Progress towards Building Large-Scale, Fault-Tolerant Machines
Alex Keesling, CEO, QuEra
Towards Quantum Utility for NMR Quantum Simulation on a NISQ Computer
We present our latest results towards quantum utility for nuclear magnetic resonance quantum simulations on a noisy intermediate-scale quantum computers. Clément Javerzac-Galy, Co founder at MatterDecoder / Professor at FHNW
VC Panel
Moderator: Alexandra Beckstein, CEO, QAI Ventures AG Francesco Ricciuti, Associate, Runa Capital Ton van 't Noordende, Managing Director, QDNL Participations Olivier Tonneau, Partner, Quantonation Stuart Woods, COO, Quantum Exponential plc
Shaping the Future of Quantum Computing with Quandela
Xavier Pereira, Chief Growth Officer, Quandela
Hyperion – GPU-Accelerated Quantum Simulator for Quantum Chemistry Applications Beyond Minimal Basis Set
Simulation of quantum circuits on classical computers is an extremely challenging problem due to large memory and computing requirements. Hyperion is a high-performance quantum simulator which can be used to […]
Exploring Quantum Clustering
We present some explorative results obtained with QuEra on the clustering problem, which is widespread in many industrial applications. Clustering quality scores will be presented, analyzing different dataset types, and […]
Networking Happy Hour
Networking Breakfast
HQI – France Hybrid HPC Quantum Initiative
Coupling supercomputers with various quantum computing technologies is an exciting challenge that is being addressed at multiple scales and along different perspectives by the HQI initiative in France. I will […]
NQCC Test Bed: Enabling Future Innovation
Elham Kashefi, Chief Scientist NQCC, UK National Quantum Program
How Short Term Hybrid HPC-QC Can Accelerate Computational Chemistry
Jean Philip Piquemal, Distinguished Professor & Director, Sorbonne Université
Lessons Learned from 5 Years of Investments in Quantum Technologies and Ideas for the Way Forward
Olivier Tonneau, Partner, Quantonation
Networking Coffee Break
QphoX – The Gateway to Scalable Quantum Computing
Quantum computers expand on the existing capabilities of modern computers by solving previously intractable problems. For qubits operating at cryogenic temperatures, the limited cooling power pose severe restrictions on the […]
Bringing Quantum to Life: the Path to Commercial Value on Near Term Devices
Noise makes current near term quantum computers challenging to work with. This talk explores how Algorithmiq's powerful error mitigation strategies make today's quantum chemistry applications possible to solve complex problems […]
Quantum Software Startups Struggle in an Uncertain Environment. What’s the Solution for that?
Nobody knows when quantum computers will deliver business advantage. Despite much progress being made in the recent couple of years, we still get better results with classical computing solutions. It’s […]
Quantum-Enabled Technologies at BWI
As partner of the German Federal Defence Forces the BWI provides IT services ranging from daily operations to bespoke solutions. Assessing and validating innovative technologies – both from the perspective […]
Women in Quantum Panel
Kirsten Nehr, COO, Algorithimq Inc. Paulina, CEO, BEIT Nicole Holzmann, Technology Lead Quantum Computing BWI GmbH Mathilde Lemang, Device Integration Lead, QphoX Moderator: Fanny Bouton, Quantum Lead, OVHcloud
Networking Lunch
Erste Group Bank quantum prototypes: EARThQuaKe, QuEST and MoSAIQ
The QuanTeam from Erste Group Bank will show several banking use-cases -- such as Monte-Carlo simulations, customer feature selection for data science, emission allocation for green asset screening -- which […]
French National Program Update
Neil Abroug, Head of the French National Quantum Strategy, Secretary General for Investments
Scaling Control to 1000 Qubits and Beyond
Scaling quantum computers requires one to solve a difficult I/O problem. Since quantum information does not fan out, the controller channel count is required to scales as the number of […]
QEC Panel
Steve Brierely, CEO, Riverlane Dr. Théau Peronnin, CEO & Co founder, Alice & Bob Yuval Boger, CMO, QuEra Moderator: Jean-Francois Bobier, Partner & Managing Director, BCG
The Intesa Sanpaolo Journey towards Quantum
The aim of the speech is explaining why Financial Service industry should take care of Quantum Computing, while giving an overview of what Intesa Sanpaolo is doing and organizing to […]
Quantum enhanced Materials Modelling: Algorithmic Breakthroughs and Applications
In this talk I present Phasecraft's algorithmic breakthroughs for quantum enhanced materials simulation on quantum computers. The quantum simulation of materials properties occurs on the shortest length scales and fastest […]
Collaborative R&D with the National Research Council of Canada
Rebecca Trueman, Lead Innovation Investment Advisor for Digital, Quantum & AI, National Research Council Canada
From Research to Production. Getting Value from Quantum Teams in the Enterprise.
Ricardo Garcia, Quantum Computing Developer, Moody's Analytics
WEF/ GESDA and the Open Quantum Institute
This presentation will briefly outline the important elements of the recently published “Quantum Economy Blueprint” by the World Economic Forum. The report encourages global collaboration and the sharing of knowledge, […]
Quantum Error Correction Panel
James Cruise, Head of Quantum Computing, Cambridge Consultants André Carvalho, Head of Quabtum Control Solutions , Q-CTRL Ewan Munro, CTO & Co founder, Entropica labs Pierre-Emmanuel Emeriau, Quantum Information Scientist, […]
Quantum Computing in the Cloud
An overview of AWS' investments in quantum technologies and updates on recent engagements with customers and partners. Sebastian Hassinger, Principal Specialist, GTM, AWS
Quantum Computing with Cat Qubits
Théau Peronnin, CEO, Alice & Bob
Quantum Annealing and Quantum-Inspired Solutions for Resource Allocation within the Pharma Industry
Edouard Fachot, Consultant, Digital Technology, McKinsey & Company Xavier Cimino, Partner, Lead QuantumBlack, McKinsey & Company
From Solution Providers to End-Users: Presenting QuIC, Europe’s Largest Quantum Industry Community
Thierry Botter, Executive Director, QuiC
Networking Coffee Break, Sponsored by QuIC
Towards Quantum Computing in Production Seismic Data Processing
Subsurface imaging is top-five HPC application world-wide. The process involves solving a wide range of optimization problems. Here we present our journey towards productionizing quantum annealing enabled shallow subsurface anomaly […]
The Road to Quantum Computing Scalability, from QEC to FTQC
In this keynote, Olivier Ezratty will highlight the recent advances and many challenges ahead with building large scale fault-tolerant quantum computers, including the intertwining between quantum error correction codes (surface […]
Enhanced Default Prediction using Quantum-Assisted Machine Learning
We will demonstrate how using multiple automated kernel configurations and their alignment through an optimization process can provide an advantage against classical methods for default prediction in a well-known Spanish […]
Japan’s Quantum Strategies and Initiatives
I will talk about Japan’s quantum strategy, mainly “Strategy of Quantum Future Industry Development”, established in 2023. Then I will show the activities of Quantum Technology Innovation Hubs (QIH) and […]
Quantum Computing for Material Ageing Problematic in Energy Industry
Material ageing is a crucial issue in industries, even more when it comes to provide millions of people in sustainable energy. Simulation of materials plays a central part of understanding […]
Q-STAR, The Japanese Quantum Ecosystem
Q-STAR has established in September 2021, and we are exciting our 4th years for the quantum ecosystem collaboration with global partners. During this presentation, you will find how Q-STAR has […]
Quantum Computing @ CINECA
The talk plans to show the audience what CINECA has done and is doing to facilitate the use of quantum resources for its users. In particular, CINECA's role in integrating […]
Multiverse Computing
Aser Cortines, Director of Engineering, Multiverse Computing
Efficient Quantum Solution for the Constrained Tactical Capacity Problem for Distributed Electricity Generation
Frank Phillipson, Professor, TNO
Quantum Industry: State of Play and Outlook
Alex Challans, CEO, The Quantum Insider
How QbitSoft Leverages Quantum Power to Tackle Specific Insurance Use-Cases
Olivier, former IBM Vice-President, cofounded QbitSoft in 2022. QbitSoft designs and sell quantum algorithms on a cloud platform, to solve complex Business issues now. As an example, he will present […]
Pharmaceutical Panel
Thomas Ehmer, Healthcare Digital Innovation, Merck KGaA Jens Kieckbusch, Associate Director, AstraZeneca Zoran Krunic, Senior Manager Data Science, Amgen Moderator: Pharma Panel. Moderator: Franziska Wolff, Quantum Chemistry Lead, Capgemini
Quantum Skeptic or Optimistic? BCG Updated Market Outlook
3 years have passed since BCG's last market forecast. An impressive number of discoveries and developments happened. Some have been sobering - e.g. "useful" resource estimation, algorithms disproven (e.g. VQE), […]
An Interview with Arne-Christian Voigt and Hans Henrik Knudsen
Hans Henrik Knudsen, CEO & Co founder, Kvantify Arne-Christian Voigt, Future Research, Volkswagen Group Moderator: Yuval Boger, CMO, QuEra
Scaling Up QPU’s Cabling
Viqthor designs a new generation of control systems for Large Scale Quantum Computing where Photonics and Noise Cancelling gather to unleash very high number of controlled Qubits. Guillaume De Giovanni, […]
Farewell After Party, Sponsored by Quantonation – 58, Rue d’Hauteville, Paris 75010
The address of the Farewell After Party - Quantonation offices: 58, Rue d'Hauteville, Paris, 75010
Networking Breakfast
Welcome to Q2B Tokyo!
Matt Johnson, CEO, QC Ware Corp.
Remarks from US Ambassador to Japan
Ambassador Rahm Emanuel, US Ambassador to Japan
Frontline Quantum: Recent Advances and Insights
Eric Holland, Keysight Technologies Nash Palaniswamy, Chief Commercial Officer, Quantinuum Moderator: Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer, QuEra Computing Toshiyuki Nakadoi, EVP & COO, Quemix Inc.
Harnessing Utility for Quantum Advantage
Harnessing Utility for Quantum Advantage Jay Gambetta, IBM Fellow, VP IBM Quantum, IBM
The Future of Simulation and Machine Learning Transformed by FTQC 〜 FTQC Demonstration Has Begun 〜
FTQCで変わる未来のシミュレーション・機械学習 〜 始まったFTQCの実証 〜
Since its inception, Quemix has been developing quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computing (FTQC). In this context, we have developed and proposed innovative Probabilistic Imaginary-Time Evolution (PITE) algorithms that can be implemented in quantum computers. Materials computation has attracted much attention as a promising candidate for the first application of quantum computing. In this talk, […]
Networking Coffee Break Sponsored by Nu Quantum
Accelerating Quantum Innovation with Keysight
Clayton Crocker, Customer Success Engineer, Keysight Technologies
Transforming the Path to Quantum Advantage with Quantum Infrastructure Software: from Optimization to Error Correction
Dr. Michael J. Biercuk, Co founder & CEO, Q-CTRL
The Science of Success: Taking businesses from Research to Revenue
The future of business is undeniably rooted in science. Technologies like quantum computing and Artificial Intelligence are defining our future. At their core, each is built on mathematical and scientific principles. As we move forward into a rapidly changing future, businesses must adopt a science-forward approach to remain competitive. Embracing a scientific process to leverage […]
Pushing Forward for Quantum Avantage with Error Mitigation and HPC
Netanel Lindner, CTO, QEDMA D. Eng. Seiji Yunoki, Team Leader, RIKEN
Charting Your Path to Fault Tolerant Quantum Computing with Quantinuum
In this talk, we will chart Quantinuum's path to true fault-tolerant quantum computing, highlighting the critical advancements and milestones in our fully integrated hardware and software stack. We will delve into the latest technical progress in our QCCD Architecture, including achieving 99.9% fidelity, addressing scalability, and introducing the first and only Level 2 resilient quantum computer […]
Networking Lunch
Start Up Pitch Sessions Brought to you by QAI Ventures
Teik Guan Tan, CEO, pQCee - Quantum Cybersecurity: Be Quantum Ready Dave Kwon, Staff Research Scientist, Quantum Intelligence, Inc.: FINTELLIQ: WHERE FINANCE MEETS QUANTUM COMPUTING
Very Large Scale Design Software for Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
Tommaso Demarie, Co-founder & CEO, Entropica Labs
Entangled Photon Communication
Bruno Sanglé Férriere, CEO, Carrousel Digital
Quantum Value Unlocked: Applications and Opportunities with Neutral Atoms
Jean-Charles Cabelguen, VP Quantum Adoption and Impact, Pasqal
Distributed Quantum Computing Enabled by an Entanglement Fabric
Carmen Palacios, Founder & CEO, Nu Quantum
The Carbon Nanotube Pathway to Scaled Quantum Computing
C12 is convinced that only a materials science breakthrough will enable large-scale quantum computers. Unlike other quantum computers, we use carbon nanotubes as the fundamental building block of our processor. By combining the power of an ultra-pure material with an easy-to-manufacture semiconductor device, we are building the next generation of quantum computers, designed to provide […]
Quantum Repeaters for Long-Distance Quantum Communication
長距離量子通信に向けた量子中継器
LQUOM, which develops quantum communication systems, quantum repeaters, and related technologies for the realization of the quantum Internet, is a spin-off startup from Yokohama National University. As we all know, Quantum repeaters are the key technologies to achieve long-distance quantum communication for the future. Yuya Mochizuki, CFO, LQUOM, Inc.
Can We Run Fault Tolerant Shor’s Algorithm in the Near Term?
Fault Tolerant quantum computers that implement quantum error correction at scale is considered the most practical path towards realizing the full potential of quantum computing. In this talk, we take a "simple" example and discuss what classical control system is needed to factorize the number 21 on a superconducting QPU implementing quantum error correction and […]
Lasers for Quantum Technology
Lasers are key components for realization of quantum information systems and quantum sensors. They are used in atomic systems for control and manipulation of transitions that serve to realize qubit control and sensing functions. The ultimate performance of quantum systems is currently restricted by technical noise, and in virtually all cases laser noise sets the […]
Networking Coffee Break
Quantum-Secure Communications Panel
Moderator: Steve Suarez, Founder & CEO, HorizonX Consulting Yohei Matsueda, General Manager for Digital Solution, Mitsubishi Corporation London Branch Stefan Natu, Head of Product, Amazon Braket, AWS Teik Guan Tan, CEO pQCee