Quantum World Congress 2026

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Quantum World Congress 2026 convenes the global quantum ecosystem at The Hotel at the University of Maryland in College Park, bringing together scientists, technologists, investors, founders, and policymakers. The event is structured around showcasing research breakthroughs while accelerating the commercialisation of quantum technologies, spanning the full quantum stack from hardware and software through sensing, networking, applications, and cloud delivery. Its sponsor base reflects that breadth, drawing organisations working across every layer of the emerging quantum industry. The congress is distinctive in deliberately mixing technical research content with investment and policy discussion, reflecting the sector's position between laboratory science and commercial deployment. Attendees encounter current progress in quantum computing alongside the funding and regulatory context shaping how quickly that progress reaches production use. Its location adjacent to Washington, D.C. brings notable policymaker participation. For researchers, founders, and technology strategists tracking quantum computing's transition from research programme to commercial technology, Quantum World Congress offers an unusually complete view of the field.