QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL
Real-World Impact

November 17 & 18 2026, Cannes, France

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

Attendees

Speakers

Sponsors & Partners

WHAT IS THE 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 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

Frank Backes

CEO / President of Space Infrastructure

Capella Space / IonQ

Alexandra Beckstein

CEO & General Partner

QAI Ventures HQ

Rainer Blatt

Professor

University of Innsbruck

Joseph S. Broz

Vice president for Quantum Strategy, Growth and Market Development

IBM

Tommaso Calarco

Professor

Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Diederick Croese

Director

Center for Quantum and Society

Eleni Diamanti

Head of Research

CNRS

Rebecca Krauthamer

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

QuSecure

Elica Kyoseva

Director of Quantum Algorithm Engineering

NVIDIA

Martin Laforest

Managing partner

Quantacet

Owen Lozman

Managing Partner

55 North Ventures Management ApS

Sabrina Maniscalco

Co-founder and CEO

Algortithmiq

Simone Montangero

Professor of Quantum Physics

Università di Padova

Marta Pascual Estarellas

CEO

Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech

Georges-Olivier Reymond

Co-fonder & Chief of strategic Alliances Officer

Pasqal

Iris Schwenk

Co-founder and COO

HQS Quantum Simulations

Vikram Sharma

Founder & CEO

Quintessencelabs

Olivier Tonneau

Partner

Quantonation

Matthias Troyer

Technical Fellow and Corporate Vice President

Microsoft

Ton Van'T Noordende

General Partner

QDNL Participations

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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QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL
Real-World Impact

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

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WHAT IS THE QUANTUM CANNES FESTIVAL ?

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