On June 1, 2021, the Asia Society Japan Center and the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) held a joint webinar for specialists in quantum computing and leaders in business and government titled “OIST Quantum/Cyber Security Initiative: The Science, the Opportunities, and the Real-World Challenges.”
The event started with an address by OIST President Peter Gruss, followed by an introduction by economics expert Jesper Koll (WisdomTree Investments) and theoretical physicist Kae Nemoto (National Institute of Informatics), followed by in-depth talks:
“Introduction to quantum technology and its impact on information security”
Artur Ekert, Professor, University of Oxford, Centre for Quantum Technology Singapore, and Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
“Experimental progress in building quantum computers. Will they be here any time soon to threaten classical methods of encryption?”
Christopher Monroe, Professor, Duke University and University of Maryland
“Can we afford to wait or should we be actively looking for solutions to protect the integrity of the existing cryptosystems?”
Michele Mosca, Co-Founder and Professor, Institute of Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo
