The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) Saudi Arabia, in partnership with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) and Saudi Aramco, will host “Discovering Quantum Possibilities” on Monday, April 14, 2025, at The Garage. This event, part of the World Quantum Day (WQD) 2025 celebrations, will bring together global experts to explore cutting-edge advancements in quantum science and technology.
Designated by the United Nations as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), 2025 marks a century of quantum breakthroughs. The event will convene leaders from government, industry, and academia to discuss the transformative impact of quantum technologies across various sectors.
Symbolic Date for Quantum Science
April 14 was chosen for World Quantum Day as it reflects the first three digits of Planck’s constant (4.14)—a fundamental physics constant defining the minimum energy a quantum particle can carry. This date serves as a fitting tribute to the foundational principles of quantum mechanics.
Distinguished Speakers, Thought Leaders
The event will feature prominent global figures, including:
- Dr. Talal Al-Sedairy, Senior Vice President, Research and Development, KACST
- Dr. Mariam Nouh, Vice President, Economies of the Future, KACST
- Dr. Sebastian Buckup, Head of Network and Partnerships, World Economic Forum
- Eng. Muhammad AlSaiyari, Quantum Valley Lead, Saudi Aramco & Chairman, Saudi Quantum Computing Association
- Professor Ibrahim Niaz, CEO, National Technology Development Program
- Ilyas Khan, CEO, Quantum Computing at Cambridge & Vice Chairman, Quantinuum
- Rebecca Krauthammer, Founder & Chief Product Officer, QuSecure
Vision for Saudi Arabia’s Quantum Future
Dr. Basma Al-Buhairan, Managing Director of C4IR Saudi Arabia, emphasized the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing innovation and shaping policies to harness the full potential of quantum technologies. “World Quantum Day provides a platform for global experts to engage, promote regulatory advancements, and raise awareness of quantum’s transformative power in building a sustainable future,” she noted.
Recognizing Quantum Innovation
The event will also spotlight emerging quantum solutions by announcing the winners of the “UpLink Quantum for Society” challenge, a collaboration between C4IR Saudi Arabia and the World Economic Forum’s UpLink platform. This initiative highlights quantum-driven entrepreneurial solutions addressing global challenges.
Finally, C4IR Saudi Arabia’s WQD 2025 event builds on the success of last year’s inaugural celebration, which attracted over 300 in-person attendees, nine expert panels, nine exhibits, and 5,000+ livestream viewers.
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