2025 High–Level Panel: Bridging Awareness to Action through Quantum Readiness

23 OCT 2025

2025 High-Level Panel: Securing Tomorrow, Today – Bridging Awareness to Action through Quantum Readiness

As quantum computing rapidly advances, the conversation around quantum readiness has shifted from awareness to action. Nations, industries, and technology leaders need to plan ahead to embed quantum resilience at the foundation and design of digital systems. This year’s High-Level Panel on “Securing Tomorrow, Today — Bridging Awareness to Action through Quantum Readiness” highlighted the impetus to respond to the growing quantum threat without delay. As quantum computers edge closer to practical capabilities, systems relying on classical cryptography can become vulnerable, endangering the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital systems worldwide. This High-Level Panel brought together global leaders to chart a pragmatic and collaborative approach towards quantum readiness and safety.

Opening Remarks
Mr Chua Kuan Seah, Deputy Commissioner of Cybersecurity, Deputy Chief Executive (Development) of Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA)

Panellists

  • Mr Michael Osborne, Chief Technology Officer, IBM Quantum Safe, Switzerland
  • Dr Tan Teik Guan, Co-founder & CEO, pQCee, Singapore
  • Dr Vikram Sharma, Founder and CEO, QuintessenceLabs, Australia
  • Dr Ong Chen Hui, Assistant Chief Executive, BizTech, Infocomm Media Development Authority, Singapore

Moderator
Dr Colin Soutar, Managing Director, Global Quantum Cyber Readiness Leader, Deloitte & Touche LLP, United States of America