From Hype to Need: The Hard Problems Driving AI and Quantum Adoption

10.25am – 11am, 17 September 2026 ‐ 35 mins

Room: Cambridge Guildhall, Large Hall

Panel Discussion

What are the real-world problems that demand both AI and quantum innovation? What are the industry pain points e.g. compute constraints, optimisation challenges, energy demands, trust and security. How do current AI solutions perform, and where they fall short. From there, we examine where quantum technologies may unlock new capabilities, particularly in simulation, optimisation and complex system modelling.