The U.S. Embassy in Prague hosted a discussion titled “Game-Changing Quantum Tech: Framing New Opportunities for the Czech Republic,” bringing together Czech government officials, academics, and industry representatives with IBM quantum computing specialists. According to the U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic, Charge d’affaires Christy Agor organized the event to discuss quantum information science and technology opportunities.
Robert Loredo, IBM Quantum technical business development lead, presented IBM’s quantum capabilities, while Prof. Igor Jex presented on the state of quantum research in the Czech Republic. Agor stated that “the United States also recognizes there are profound national security implications to quantum science and technology,” and expressed satisfaction that “democratic Allies such as the Czech Republic are playing a leading role in this field.”