D-Wave to Participate in Quantum World Congress 2024

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D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing, announced its participation in the Quantum World Congress 2024, scheduled for Sept. 9-11 in Tysons, Virginia. The company will showcase its global leadership in quantum science and accelerating quantum computing adoption across sectors. Key highlights include:

1. Allison Schwartz's contribution to the 'Quantum & Sustainability' workshop on Sept. 9.
2. Dr. Andrew King's participation in panels on the Canadian quantum ecosystem and quantum advantage timeline on Sept. 10-11.
3. D-Wave's booth (#23) featuring demos and discussions on real-world problem-solving using quantum technology.

This participation comes amid growing interest in D-Wave's annealing quantum computing technology from various sectors, including a recent initiative with Davidson to bring a D-Wave Advantage™ system to Alabama.

Company to highlight its global leadership in advancing quantum science and expediting near-term quantum computing adoption across public and private sectors

PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave” or the “Company”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services and the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, announced its participation at Quantum World Congress, to be held Sept. 9-11 at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia. Aligned with the event’s mission to propel the acceleration and commercialization of quantum technologies, D-Wave leaders will bring unique perspectives from the front line of quantum innovation and adoption across a variety of scheduled appearances.

D-Wave’s Quantum World Congress participation includes the following – all times are published in Eastern Time:

• Allison Schwartz, D-Wave’s global government relations and public affairs leader, will contribute to a dynamic workshop titled “Quantum & Sustainability,” aimed at establishing an international consortium on quantum technologies for sustainability applications. The workshop will take place on Sept. 9 from 12:45 to 2:45 p.m.
• Dr. Andrew King, senior distinguished scientist at D-Wave who has led some of the company’s most significant quantum performance research, will participate in a panel titled “Country Showcase: The Canadian Ecosystem,” taking place on Sept. 10 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Dr. King will highlight scientific and technological achievements from D-Wave’s Canadian-based Quantum R&D Center of Excellence.
• In addition, Dr. King will participate in the panel “Quantum Advantage: Deciphering the Timeline, Pathways, and Implications” on Sept. 11, from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. During the panel, he will share recent advancements in quantum computing technology, considering lawmakers’ views on quantum computing’s near-term applications.
• Attendees can visit booth #23 for in-depth demos and conversations with the D-Wave team to better understand how D-Wave’s technology is solving real-world problems today and learn about the company’s recent breakthrough scientific advancements.

D-Wave's participation at Quantum World Congress comes amidst burgeoning interest in the company’s annealing quantum computing technology from research and development entities, government agencies and organizations serving the public sector. Most recently, D-Wave and Davidson announced plans to bring a D-Wave Advantage™ system to Alabama, an initiative that is garnering strong support from local and federal lawmakers who recognize quantum computing’s growing role in national security and economic competitiveness.

“We’ve seen firsthand how our annealing quantum technology can effectively address a myriad of public sector needs in fast, cost-efficient, and energy-saving ways,” said Allison Schwartz, D-Wave’s global government relations and public affairs leader. “As governments around the globe increase their focus on, and investment in, quantum, we’re excited to engage with Quantum World Congress attendees to discuss how our near-term quantum and hybrid-quantum solutions can support our country’s aggressive and mission critical quantum programs.”

Register to attend Quantum World Congress by visiting: https://www.quantumworldcongress.com/

About D-Wave Quantum Inc.

D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, and is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers—and the only company building both annealing quantum computers and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to unlock the power of quantum computing today to benefit business and society. We do this by delivering customer value with practical quantum applications for problems as diverse as logistics, artificial intelligence, materials sciences, drug discovery, scheduling, cybersecurity, fault detection, and financial modeling. D-Wave’s technology has been used by some of the world’s most advanced organizations including Mastercard, Deloitte, Davidson Technologies, ArcelorMittal, Siemens Healthineers, Unisys, NEC Corporation, Pattison Food Group Ltd., DENSO, Lockheed Martin, Forschungszentrum Jülich, University of Southern California, and Los Alamos National Laboratory.

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FAQ

When and where is D-Wave (QBTS) participating in Quantum World Congress 2024?

D-Wave (QBTS) is participating in Quantum World Congress 2024 from September 9-11 at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia.

What topics will D-Wave (QBTS) cover at Quantum World Congress 2024?

D-Wave (QBTS) will cover topics including quantum and sustainability, the Canadian quantum ecosystem, quantum advantage timeline, and showcase their real-world problem-solving capabilities using quantum technology.

Who are the key D-Wave (QBTS) representatives speaking at Quantum World Congress 2024?

Key D-Wave (QBTS) representatives speaking at the event include Allison Schwartz, global government relations and public affairs leader, and Dr. Andrew King, senior distinguished scientist.

What recent initiative has D-Wave (QBTS) announced with Davidson?

D-Wave (QBTS) and Davidson recently announced plans to bring a D-Wave Advantage™ system to Alabama, an initiative supported by local and federal lawmakers.

Where can attendees find D-Wave (QBTS) at Quantum World Congress 2024?

Attendees can visit D-Wave (QBTS) at booth #23 for in-depth demos and conversations with the team about their quantum technology and recent scientific advancements.