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From IYQ to Global Quantum Initiative: OQI’s role in shaping an inclusive and responsible quantum future
24th February 2026 Article by Alexia Yiannouli From 10-11 February 2026, the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) drew to a close, with the closing ceremony in Accra, Ghana – reflecting on the global efforts and activities that took place throughout 2025. How has OQI contributed to the IYQ? As a participating partner…
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Quantum Unplugged: exploring the fundamentals of quantum technology with Geneva’s diplomatic community
19th February 2026 Article by Alexia Yiannouli On 12th February, representatives from 20 Permanent Missions in Geneva attended the third edition of Quantum Unplugged, organised in collaboration with the Delegation of the European Union to the UN and other international organisations in Geneva. Building on the success of previous editions, this session was also hosted…
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From quantum hackathon to GESDA Summit: an interview with AIMS Quantathon winners Prince Dorcis-Akpaglo and Augustina Agyapomaa Agyeman
12th February 2026 Interview by Alexia Yiannouli Back in July 2025, Prince Dorcis-Akpaglo and Augustina Agyapomaa Agyeman formed part of the winning team of the AIMS Ghana Hackathon with their project, Qualaria (Quantum Leap Against Malaria). Alongside their teammates, Ndam Abibou, Dorcas Seshie and Astride Melvin Fokam Ninyim, they developed a quantum simulation approach to…
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Pakistan hosts first-ever quantum hackathon to tackle global challenges
10th February 2026 From 6-8 February, Pakistan’s first quantum computing hackathon took place at the National Centre of Physics in Islamabad! Hosted in collaboration with PIEAS and the National Institute of Lasers and Optronics (NILOP) and supported by OQI, the hackathon brought together over 45 students from across Pakistan. Students worked together to develop ideas…
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Anticipating the future of quantum computing at Davos
27th January 2026 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Last week, OQI joined global leaders and policymakers at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, contributing to conversations on the evolving landscape of quantum computing. OQI contributed to the Science House session ‘Conquering quantum’s next frontier’, hosted by Frontiers in partnership with GESDA. The session brought together…
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Demonstrating open science for global impact at QSTSD 2025
19th December 2025 At the International Conference on Quantum Science and Technology for Sustainable Development (QSTSD) 2025, hosted by Khalifa University in collaboration with New York University Abu Dhabi, and in partnership with UNESCO and the American Physical Society (APS), global leaders gathered to explore how quantum technologies can accelerate progress toward sustainable development. Representing…
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Widening access and inclusion at the Quantum Education Summit 2025
19th December 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli The recent Quantum Education Summit 2025 in Barcelona brought together global leaders in science education to explore how to make quantum technologies accessible to all. From introductory sessions exploring the basics for beginners to taking deep dives into quantum developments, the Summit emphasised the importance of making quantum…
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ASEAN Quantum Summit 2025: Building regional collaboration for the future of quantum technology
19th December 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Hosted by the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), the ASEAN Quantum Summit marked a historic milestone as the first-ever regional summit dedicated to advancing quantum science and technology across Southeast Asia. Representatives from ASEAN Member States gathered to strengthen regional collaboration and explore strategies and policies to drive the…
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Advancing inclusive quantum innovation at Trust Valley Day 2025
18th December 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli On 2nd December, the Trust Valley Day 2025 brought together policymakers, academics, investors and entrepreneurs to celebrate five years of Trust Valley and to share insights on how to co-shape the future of digital trust. At OQI, we are proud to be collaborating with Trust Valley in developing…
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Advancing responsible quantum at QuIC’s QBC Summit
10th December 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli The QBC Summit took place from 26-27 November, hosted at CERN by QuIC (the European Quantum Industry Consortium). The event brought together the QuIC community to network and discuss key topics for advancing Europe’s leadership in quantum technologies. OQI was represented throughout several discussions exploring how quantum technologies…