Tech Deep Dives: AI & Quantum + The Big Tech Debate

Deep Dive: The Realities and Limitations of AI

With the rise of generative AI, the focus has commonly been drawn to broad topics such as ethics, regulation and security – with discussions mostly concluding that they’re areas that are still in development. But what is it like to actually work with AI day-in and day-out? What is the reality of AI? Where are we seeing the benefits? What are the limitations?

Join us in a hype-free zone for an evidence-based discussion on the realities and limitations of working with AI.

AGENDA

09:30 – 09:35  Welcome

• Dr Amir Sani, AI Strategy Advisor for Family Offices & Investment Funds
• Lord Chris Smith, The Rt Hon Lord Smith of Finsbury PC MA PhD

09:35 – 09:45  Keynote: The Humanity of AI

• Tom Mason, CTO, Unlikely AI

09:45 – 10:00  Keynote: Lifting the Lid – The Technologies Behind AI

• Elahe Arani, Head of AI Research, Wayve

10:00 – 10:40  Panel: The Stages of Adoption from R&D and Spin-outs to Enterprise
Deep dive into how, why, and where businesses are adopting AI with experts from R&D innovation projects, scale-ups, and big corporates.

• Cecilia Nunn, Responsible AI lead, Digital Catapult
• Gary Brotman, CEO, Secondmind
• Duncan Clubb, Senior Partner – Data Centre & Edge Capability, Cambridge Management Consulting
• Dimitra Simeonidou, Professor, University of Bristol, Co-Director, Bristol Digital Futures Institute & Director, Smart Internet Lab
• Gary Rawlins, AI Business Development Account Executive, Dell

10:40 – 11:10 Refreshment Break

11:10 – 11:30  Fireside Chat: Government Strategy and the UK AI Roadmap

• Phil Young, Director for Strategy and External Affairs, Digital Catapult

11:30 – 12:10  Panel: Evidence From Industry – What Are You Really Using AI For?
Hear from the innovators who are using AI to take healthcare, transport, and more to the next level, saving lives and breaking down barriers.

• Ray Eitel-Porter, Founder, Lumyz Advisory & Senior Advisor for Responsible AI, Accenture
• George Drayson, Chief AI Officer, Appella AI
• Jaroslaw Rzepecki, CTO, Monumo
• Dimitris Spathis, Senior Research Scientist, Nokia Bell Labs
• Satnam Surae, CTO, Twig

12:10 – 12:25  Keynote: The Big Blue Sky of AI

• Euan Cameron, Partner, PwC

12:30 – 13:30  Lunch

Deep Dive: The Practical Applications of Quantum Technologies

£1bn has been invested into quantum technologies in the last ten years, building a path to market for the UK’s now leading capabilities in quantum computing, sensors and timing, imaging and communications. But what is the next step? How will quantum technologies change the world?

This event will demonstrate the potential of these rapidly developing technologies to bring immense benefits to a wide range of businesses. As part of this, we’ll explore the application of Quantum technologies in computing, security and sensing and how the transformative potential of Quantum technologies brings with it a unique ethical and regulatory challenge.

AGENDA

13:30 – 13:35  Welcome

• Graham Peters, Managing Director Government Services, Arqit

13:35 – 13:50  Keynote: State of Quantum

• Sir Peter Knight, Technical Advisor, IUK Quantum Technology Challenge and Chair of the UK Quantum Technology Strategic Advisory Board, Innovate UK

13:50 – 14:05  Government’s Strategy for Quantum

• Ben Christy, Quantum Policy Lead, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

14:05-  15:00  Panel: Integrating Quantum into your business
Hear from the early adopters integrating Quantum into their businesses now and making plans for the future to get ahead of the curve.

• Paul Ceely, Director of Technology Strategy, Digital Catapult
• Fazal Chaudry, UK Atomic Energy Authority, System Engineer
• Ieva Čepaitė, PhaseCraft, Quantum Algorithms Scientist
• Zygmunt Lozinski, IBM, Quantum Safe Networks

15:00 – 15:30  Refreshment Break 

15:30 – 16:00  Fireside Chat: Exploring security, regulation and ethics in Quantum
Lessons from the AI cycle – discuss how we can tackle the topics AI is battling now, earlier for Quantum.

• Dr Shahram Mossayebi, CEO, Crypto Quantique
• Phil Intallura, Head of Quantum, HSBC
• Claudia Perry, Chair of Responsible Quantum Innovation Working Group, UKQuantum

16:00 – 16:20  Innovator Spotlights
Hear from the innovators who are leading and pushing the boundaries with pioneering quantum businesses and projects.

• Dr Niall Holmes, Founder, Cerca Magenetics
• Prof John Morton, Founder and CTO, Quantum Motion

The Big Tech Debate: Commercialisation & Deep Tech 

Join the Big Tech Debate and share your views on how the government should be helping to shape the future of UK science and technology innovation.

Do you think that the UK government take a more hands-on approach to boost the nation’s tech sector and create global champions that will drive long-term GDP growth?

Or should we continue fostering a supportive environment with minimal interference, allowing innovation to thrive naturally?

Hear both sides of the argument:

1. Continue with current policies that provide a nurturing environment, such as Innovate UK funding, R&D Tax credits, and investor incentives. Make small adjustments, but avoid government intervention in picking winners.
2. Advocate for a more proactive and strategic approach, focusing on key sectors and scaling up businesses that can make a significant global impact.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leading voices and help shape the future of UK innovation!

16:30 – 17:00  Drinks Reception

17:00 – 18:00  The Big Tech Debate

• Peter Stephens, Director of Government Partnerships (UK), ARM
• Stan Boland, Angel Investor & Advisor
• Matt Warman
• Mike Rigby, CEO, Eastern Promise
• Gareth John, First Intuition, Chairman
• Dan Thorp, Chief Executive, Cambridge Ahead