Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Multi-day conference exploring the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence across hardware, software, and real-world applications
- Dedicated one-day track (PQC+IQT) focused on post-quantum cryptography and migration strategies
- More than 80 speakers covering topics from quantum networks and sensors to intellectual property and national strategies
- Designed for researchers, engineers, executives, investors, and policymakers working in finance, defense, pharmaceuticals, and supply chain
- Daily mentoring sessions and networking events support knowledge exchange across career levels
About the Event
IQT Q+AI 3.0 (2026) is an in-person, multi-day conference held in New York City that examines how quantum computing and artificial intelligence intersect across the technology stack. The program spans multiple tracks, combining keynotes, panel discussions, workshops, and mentoring sessions. A dedicated one-day conference within the event, PQC+IQT, concentrates specifically on post-quantum computing and cryptography.
Quantum and AI Convergence
The conference takes a broad view of how quantum and AI technologies relate, covering hardware and software development, high-performance computing integration, quantum networks, and quantum sensors. Sessions address both scientific research and commercial deployment, with particular attention to industries where these technologies are gaining traction: pharmaceuticals, supply chain, defense, and finance.
Post-Quantum Cryptography Focus
The PQC+IQT track addresses the cybersecurity implications of quantum computing, specifically the need to migrate to cryptographic systems resistant to quantum attacks. Sessions cover migration timelines, standards development, and practical strategies for organizations preparing their security infrastructure for a post-quantum environment.
Business, Investment, and Policy
Beyond technical content, the event explores commercialization pathways, investment considerations, and intellectual property protection in the quantum and AI sectors. National strategies for quantum and AI development feature in the program, making the conference relevant to policymakers and government officials alongside private sector attendees.
Who Should Attend
The event targets quantum and AI researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate executives, investors, policymakers, product managers, and technology strategists. Attendees range from students and early-career professionals to senior executives and government officials. Organizations seeking to understand how quantum computing will affect their security posture, or exploring quantum and AI integration for competitive advantage, will find relevant content across the program.
Sponsors and Exhibitors
Sponsors and exhibitors include SEALSQ, C12, Quantum Computing Inc. (QCI), Cantor, DLA Piper, EeroQ, memQ, OQC, QCoder, Quintessence Labs, and DecaQ, representing quantum hardware vendors, AI platforms, post-quantum cryptography solution providers, and quantum networking companies.