Quantum Innovation Summit Programme Begins in Dubai on 28 September

The three-day programme at Grand Hyatt Dubai will cover quantum computing, cybersecurity and potential uses across key industries.

DUBAI, 24 September 2026 — Researchers, technology companies and policymakers are set to gather at Grand Hyatt Dubai Conference and Exhibition Centre from 28 to 30 September for the Quantum Innovation Summit 2026 programme. The event will examine how quantum technologies could be developed and used, alongside questions of security, skills and practical readiness.

The programme begins on 28 September with the Quantum Futures Forum, an Academic Aisle for research exchange and the Vernewell Quantum Fall School. The organiser’s event calendar lists the main summit on 29 and 30 September. These activities are presented together under the wider three-day summit programme.

Organised by Vernewell Group and hosted by the UAE Cyber Security Council, the third edition brings together participants from government, industry, academia and investment. Its agenda includes quantum computing, communications and sensing, as well as artificial intelligence and preparation for future cryptographic risks.

Sessions are planned around the possible uses of quantum technology in health and life sciences, mobility and infrastructure, and secure digital systems. The agenda includes discussion of research, early applications and the work needed to move promising ideas toward reliable use.

What visitors can expect

Alongside talks and panels, the organiser lists an exhibition, research presentations and opportunities for collaboration. Anyone planning to attend should check the official programme for the session schedule and registration details, as event agendas can change.

Where could quantum technology make the biggest difference: healthcare, security or transport?