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Tackling global challenges in Africa’s first quantum hackathon
Tackling global challenges in Africa’s first quantum hackathon 17th July 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photo by AIMS Ghana How could quantum computing be used to address real-world global challenges? From 8-11 July 2025, students from across Africa came together to answer this question during Africa’s first quantum computing hackathon hosted at the African Institute…
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OQI explores emerging quantum economy at QUANTUM NOW
OQI explores emerging quantum economy at QUANTUM NOW 10th July, 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photo by Quantum Industry Canada As part of her role as Member of the Board of Directors at Distriq, Zone Innovation Quantique de Sherbrooke, Catherine Lefebvre (Applications Lead and Senior Advisor at OQI) recently participated in QUANTUM NOW as co-master…
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Open Quantum Institute explores international collaboration at Hamburg Quantum Innovation Capital
7th July 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photos by hqic Recently, Martin Gastal (Capacity Building and Partnerships Lead at OQI) visited the Hamburg Quantum Innovation Capital (hqic) to discuss the future of quantum computing and how to collaboratively advance quantum technology through open innovation for the benefit of society. hqic is a quantum technology ecosystem,…
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Bridging the gap between policy and application
4th July 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photos by Swissnex in Boston and New York On 10th June, Catherine Lefebvre, Applications Lead and Senior Advisor at OQI, participated in a panel on quantum policy as part of the launch event for the new series, Quantum Commons, organised by Swissnex in Boston and New York. In collaboration with…
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Open Quantum Institute at GESDA Summit and Swiss Quantum Week
Swiss Quantum Week will take place 13 – 19 October 2025, bringing together multiple stakeholders – such as academia, industry, policymakers and the general public – to celebrate quantum advancements in Switzerland and grow the Swiss and global quantum ecosystems as part of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025. Throughout the week,…
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OQI explores collaboration and innovation at DIGIT Expo West
30th June 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photos by Nicola Kenny/DIGIT Expo West On 5th June, Martin Gastal (OQI Capacity Building and Partnerships Lead) participated in DIGIT Expo West in Glasgow, gathering technology specialists, digital leaders, and entrepreneurs to explore key themes from AI, digital leadership and data innovation. Martin opened with an introduction to…
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Exploring the future of quantum computing: Quantum Diplomacy Game played at World Bank
27th June 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli On 17th June, the Quantum Diplomacy Game was played during a quantum diplomacy event at the World Bank in Washington D.C. The game immerses participants into a future fictional scenario, where large-scale quantum computing has been achieved, but the technology is inaccessible for most. Each participant is given a…
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OQI advances global dialogue on quantum technology ahead of the G7 Summit 2025
26th June 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photos by David Moll / University of Calgary School of Public Policy On 12th June, the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy and the G7 Research Group co-organised the Plans and Prospects for the G7 2025 Kananaskis Summit Conference in Calgary, Canada. The conference gathered more than 200 global…
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OQI showcases quantum innovation during CERN Alumni anniversary broadcast
25th June 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Yesterday, the CERN Alumni Network celebrated its 8th anniversary with a live broadcast exploring the theme of quantum. Guests reflected on how their time at CERN influenced their journey within the quantum field – with a few familiar faces from OQI! Enrica Porcari, Head of CERN IT and…
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Exploring multilateral governance of quantum computing at the FDFA
19th June 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli The Quantum Diplomacy Game was recently played at the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) in Bern, as part of science diplomacy training for a new cohort of Swiss diplomats. From the start of the game, participants are fully immersed – each given a character to take on…