WORLD QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL
Accelerating Business Impact

November 17 & 18 2026, Cannes, France

Where global leaders, pioneers, investors and industries shape the future of quantum technologies

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Speakers

Sponsors & Partners

Industry End-Users

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WHAT IS THE WORLD QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL ?

Quantum technologies are entering a decisive phase: from research to industrialization, from promise to scale. The challenges are immense – building global companies, training talent, and evangelizing new markets.

In Europe, this momentum coincides with a new political and industrial agenda. The Quantum Program and the upcoming Quantum Act will redefine the contours of the European industry, setting a framework to secure technological sovereignty, mobilize investments, and structure a competitive ecosystem capable of standing on the global stage.

The World Quantum Cannes Festival provides a unique arena for sharing experiences, advancing concrete applications, and addressing civilization-scale challenges. Here, the quantum community works together to turn breakthrough science into real-world impact. The Festival is also a catalyst for action: shaping policy dialogue, linking world champions with global investors, building alliances across the ecosystem, and celebrating innovation with a Startup Award backed by real funding and partnerships.

Develop the Quantum Market

• Provide a framework for meaningful encounters

• Set up new collaborations and partnerships

• Connect the supply chain and the ecosystem

• Create a place for discussion and business to take place

Foster Strategic Dialogue

• Offer a political agenda to discuss regulatory frameworks

• Enable direct dialogue between policymakers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders

• Organize one-to-one sessions between market stakeholders

Address industry challenges

• Bring together decision-makers and top experts

• Host working sessions and discussions

• Link companies with the right partners

• Deliver strategic insights to scale operations

Show Quantum Innovations

• Highlight innovations for manufacturers and end-users

• Showcase real-world applications of quantum technologies

• Present R&D projects and cutting-edge research programs

• Facilitate knowledge sharing across the ecosystem

Alan Baratz

Chief Executive Officer

D-Wave Quantum

Amado Bautista

CEO

Qudora Technologies

Daniele Capanni

Senior Service Director Operationnal Excellence

Baker Hughes

Paul Chammas

Co-Founder, Managing Partner

QuRisk

Davide Corbelletto

Distinguished quantum specialist and team leader

Intesa Sanpaolo

Petra Florizoone

Director Quantum, Global Partnerships & Business Development

IBM

Kathrin G. Kind

Chief Quantum Officer

QubitNexus AI

Charles-Ange GINSY

President

Department of Alpes Maritime

Masashi Hirose

Co-founder and CEO

Nanofiber Quantum Technologies, Inc.

Yoann Jestin

CEO

Ki3 Photonics

Azeddine Kasmi

Director Quantum Computing

Citi

Julien Lalanne

Managing Director

iXcampus

David Lisnard

Mayor

City of Cannes

Shane Mansfield

Chief Research Officer

Quandela

Robert Marino

CEO

Qubit Pharmaceuticals

Nir Minerbi

Co-Founder and CEO

Classiq

Andrea Orzati

CEO

Zurich Instruments

Ekaterina Polyakova

CEO and Co-Founder

G2Q Computing

Ingrid Romijn

Co-Founder and CEO

Q*Bird B.V.

Pablo Rueda

Head of the Optical and Quantum Programme Office

European Space Agency

Michael Schlagmüller

Co-Founder and CSO

Swabian Instruments

Johanna Sepulveda

Senior Expert on Quantum Secured Communications

Airbus

Kurt Stokbro

CEO

Sparrow Quantum

Sébastien Tanzilli

Research Director

CNRS

Mathias Van Den Bossche

Director – research, technology, products

Thales Alenia Space

Araceli Venegas-Gomez

Founder and CEO

Qureca

Maximilian Walz

Vice President Technology Transformation & Strategic Incubation

T-Systems International

Romina Yalovetzky

Vice President Researcher on Quantum Computing

JPMorgan Chase

Discover all the Speakers

A Global Hub for Quantum

Bridging Policy, Industry & Research

Connect decision-makers, researchers, and industry leaders.

Europe as a Global Meeting Point

Unite the international quantum ecosystem in one central, accessible location.

Neutral Stage for Open Debate

Foster transparent discussions and the free exchange of ideas.

Quantum in Action

Industry Insights & Real Cases

Explore real-world quantum applications transforming businesses today.

Innovation Showcase

Discover breakthrough technologies, pioneering R&D projects, and emerging solutions.

Supply Chain Hub

Build partnerships and collaborations with key players across the quantum ecosystem.

A platform for Leaders

& Influence

World-Class Speakers “Nobel Laureates, CEOs, Ministers”
Gain insights from the most influential voices in science, industry, and policy.

Tackling Global Challenges
Address computing performance, talent gaps, and limited service provider offerings.

Curated Networking & Investor Connections
Join one-to-one sessions and high-value networking designed to accelerate projects.

A Premier Meeting Place for collaboration

Internationally Recognized Location
Benefit from a globally acclaimed destination, ranked among the world’s top venues for high-profile events.

Human-Scale Venue & Networking Opportunities
Experience a city that fosters meaningful interactions, with countless opportunities to connect both on-site and throughout Cannes.

Glamour & Global Appeal
Enjoy an international and inspiring destination that naturally attracts decision-makers and global leaders.

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WORLD QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL Accelerating Business Impact