Workshop: Hands on Quantum Machine Learning
Leonardo Banchi
14:00 AM - 15:30 PM
I will show with interactive examples how to perform simple machine learning tasks using nowadays quantum computers. I will show how to program them using known languages (python), and discuss some challenges and use cases.
Workshop: Quantum annealers, an hands-on approach.
Lorenzo Buffoni
15:45 AM - 17:15 PM
In this workshop we will introduce the fundamentals of Quantum Annealing,
its theoretical foundations, why and when to use it in our optimization pipeline.
We will then move to programming a D-Wave Quantum Annealer trough the Leap cloud
service in order to gauge the real capabilities of a state-of-the-art machine on
some examples. A basic knowledge of Python is required.
Opening evening session
Milo Abolaffio
18:15 AM - 18:30 PM
A brief introduction, where Milo Abolaffio will greet
the guests and introduce our speakers.
Building Communities – Our Journey to Surf the Quantum Wave
Marco Castoldi
18:30 PM - 18:45 PM
In the realm of quantum technologies, we're utterly convinced of its disruptive might.
Yet, the path to full-stack readiness for full-circle corporate problem-solving is still shrouded in uncertainty.
We will share our experience and a proposed organizational approach for being ready to surf the Quantum wave.
The Quantum Utility Era: IBM roadmap towards the quantum world
Gabriele Agliardi
18:45 PM - 19:00 PM
Gabriele will share with us the IBM vision on the quantum world, and the latest news
on qiskit, the open-source software development kit for working with quantum computers
at the level of circuits, pulses, and algorithms.
The Quantum Race: can Europe be a leader?
Carina Stöttner
19:00 PM - 19:15 PM
In her keynote, the futures researcher Carina Stöttner emphasizes
why a European vision for quantum technologies is essential and
key for the transformation of the European economy.
In the keynote, she addresses specific application areas of quantum computing, like
material sciences, pharma or transportation and also underscores the
relevance of quantum technologies for environmental and energy issues.
Opportunities in quantum technologies: Learning, Sensing and Cryptography
Leonardo Banchi
19:15 PM - 19:30 PM
I will summarise how some unique properties of quantum mechanics can be used for practical applications. I will focus on the possibility of using quantum computers to enhance machine learning applications, on the use of quantum sensors to better 'learn' properties of the physical world, and finally on how to define communication protocols whose security can be guaranteed from the laws of nature.
Trends and Actors in the Quantum VC market
Leonardo Giagnoni
19:30 PM - 19:45 PM
Trends and Actors in the Quantum VC market: an insider perspective.
Speech
Manfred Rieck
19:45 PM - 20:00 PM
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Quantum hardware trends and applications: from NISQ to early fault tolerance
Mattia Fiorentini
20:00 PM - 20:15 PM
In the past 12 months, several quantum computing demonstrations achieved results that had seemed significantly out of grasp to current quantum hardware. These achievements benefited from both hardware and software improvements. In this talk, I will glance at some of the recent results that are the most significant for the quantum computing industry and highlight the enabling factors. I will also speculate on emerging trends that may be at the fulcrum of research and development efforts in the coming years.