Virtual event to feature leading quantum and cryptography experts; nominations open for Quantum Readiness Awards
LEHI, Utah: DigiCert has announced its speaker lineup for its World Quantum Readiness Day event, set to take place virtually on September 26, 2024. Announced on the eve of RSAC 2024, the event is an opportunity to gain strategies that will help safeguard organizations and accelerate their path to preparedness for the quantum era.
“Quantum computing is transforming the landscape of digital security, and we are excited to help organizations prepare for the security challenges a quantum future present,” said Amit Sinha, CEO of DigiCert. “We are thrilled to bring together such an esteemed group of experts to share their insights and help guide the industry toward a more secure quantum future.”
Distinguished speakers for World Quantum Readiness Day include:
- Peter Shor, Professor of Applied Mathematics at MIT and author of Shor’s Algorithm
- Dr. Taher Elgamal, cryptographer, entrepreneur, the “Father of SSL,” Partner at Evolution Equity Partners
- Bob Sutor, Quantum Technologist and Vice President and Practice Lead at the Futurum Group
- Reza Nejabati, Head of Quantum Research at Cisco
- Arfan Sabar, EMEA Cyber Security Services Encryption & Quantum-Safe Services Leader at IBM
- Jim Goodman, cryptography expert and Co-founder & CTO at Crypto4A
- Dr. Marc Manzano, cryptography expert and General Manager at SandboxAQ
- Tom Patterson, Managing Director for Emerging Technology Security at Accenture
- Colin Soutar, Global Quantum Cyber Readiness Leader at Deloitte
- Andy Regenscheid, Cryptographic Technology Group Chief at NIST Computer Security Division
- Panel moderators for the event include Nasdaq’s Kristina Ayanian and DigiCert’s Avesta Hojjati and Brian Trzupek.