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DISCOVER WORLD QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL

DISCOVER WORLD QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL

From Lab Promise to Real-World Value

World Quantum Cannes Festival: The Global Forum for Strategic Impact
The World 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.

The World Quantum Cannes Festival is the essential European platform built to close this gap. It 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. We convene global leaders in a neutral, high-trust environment to filter the noise, assess the risk, accelerate industrialization and commercial adoption.

This is where policy, industry ambition, and breakthrough science converge to define the quantum trajectory of the next decade.

Four Pillars of Quantum Leadership

The European Hub for Geopolitical Clarity

We are the bridge between the EU Commission, National Agencies, and C-Suite Leaders. Gain first-hand insight into the Quantum Act and the funding priorities shaping sovereign strategy.

Hardware, Supply Chain & Real-World Impact

We prioritize the "Build" and "Scale" challenges. Validate your investment decisions by engaging with experts on fabrication, standardization, and verified commercial use cases.

Turning Curiosity into Action

By bringing together hundreds of European enterprises ready to explore quantum’s real-world advantages, we fast-track adoption and business opportunities. A dedicated Top Executive Program ensures high-level attendance and curated matchmaking.

The Cannes Factor: Quality Over Quantity

Leveraging the prestige of the Palais des Festivals, we foster meaningful interactions. Every moment is designed for high-value, 1-to-1 matchmaking and access to our influential Honorary Committee and expert speakers.

The World Quantum Cannes Festival 2026 in figures

Attendees
C-Level & Top Executives Industry Leaders
World- Class Speakers (Ministers, CEOs, Nobel Laureates)
Industry Sponsors & Partners
Institutionnal & Private Investors
Countries represented

More Than a Summit : A Quantum Festival for Everyone

Science. Technology. Art. Culture. Experience.
The quantum revolution is not only a story of technology, investment and industrial transformation. It is also a story about how we understand reality, how we create, and how quantum technologies may shape our future.

That is why the World Quantum Cannes Festival brings together the quantum ecosystem with a wider public through a unique programme where science meets art, culture, education and experience.

Alongside high-level conferences, business meetings and strategic discussions, visitors can discover quantum through artworks, immersive installations, music, film, graphic storytelling, demonstrations and hands-on experiences.

THE AIMS OF THE EVENT

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

WHAT SETS US APART ?


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.

Quantum and Society 
Build partnerships and collaborations across art, quantum technologies, and society to foster new ideas, connections, and forms of innovation.
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.

Your 48 Hours of Quantum Strategy


The event program is meticulously structured across three powerful tracks:

  • Strategic Conferences: High-level Keynotes and political debates. Deep-dive into sector-specific challenges and the financial implications of quantum adoption (Finance, Pharma, Energy).

  • Innovation Showcase: A curated exhibition of hardware demonstrators, pioneering R&D projects, and market-ready solutions for end-users.

  • Premium Dealmaking: Exclusive B2B matchmaking, Investor Day Sessions, and dedicated networking lounges and side events designed to turn introductions into concrete collaborations.

A dive into a vibrant tech ecosystem


Discover Cannes and the Côte d’Azur region thriving tech ecosystem driving innovation in quantum technologies. From photonics and quantum sensing to aerospace and secure communications, top research labs and industry clusters are leading the way and bringing together key players across digital, health, space, and defense sectors.

  • Digital Workforce: 70,000 professionals work in the digital sector across Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, spread over more than 5,000 companies.

  • Tech Investments: The 3IA Côte d’Azur institute benefits from a budget of €50 million and is supported by partners including Université Côte d’Azur, CNRS, Inria, Inserm, and over 60 companies.

  • Research Labs: The Alpes-Maritimes are home to 130 research labs employing 2,800 researchers and hosting 48,000 students.

  • Tech Companies: The region hosts over 2,900 digital companies, with a strong concentration in the Alpes-Maritimes, particularly around Sophia Antipolis.

  • International reach: Nice-Sophia Antipolis is recognized as the French territory hosting the largest number of internationally renowned Tech researchers.

Where Quantum Meets Culture


The quantum revolution is not only transforming technology and business. It is also inspiring new ways of creating, imagining and understanding our world. The Festival opens a space where quantum science meets art, culture and society.

  • Quantum Art: Contemporary artworks exploring quantum concepts, phenomena and imaginaries.                    
 
  • Music & Sound: Live performances and sonic experiences inspired by quantum ideas and technologies.

  • Film & Storytelling: Films, documentaries and graphic narratives bringing quantum stories to wider audiences.

  • Immersive Experiences: Interactive installations and experiences inviting visitors to engage with quantum in new ways.

  • Quantum for Everyone: Accessible talks, demonstrations and educational experiences for curious minds, students and families.

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