📍 Dubai, UAE – The Quantum Innovation Summit , hosted by the UAE Cyber Security Council and organized by Vernewell Group Inc., concluded with groundbreaking announcements, strategic partnerships, and a roadmap shaping the future of quantum technologies, AI, cybersecurity, and deep tech innovation.
With over 800+ world leaders, policymakers, industry pioneers, and academic experts, this year’s summit set new benchmarks for quantum adoption, commercialization, and cross-sector collaborations.
📅 DAY 1: QUANTUM FUTURES FORUM & INNOVATION CHALLENGE FINALS
The Summit opened with the Quantum Futures Forum, a high-level, by-invitation-only pre-event designed to align quantum advancements with global security, economic resilience, and strategic policymaking. This exclusive gathering laid the foundation for the discussions that followed, exploring the role of quantum in critical industries, education, cybersecurity, and national resilience.
Mr. Dino Cataldo Dellaccio, Chief Information Officer at United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF), Chair of the Quantum Policy, Ethics, and Governance Session at the Quantum Futures Forum
The Quantum Debates brought thought leaders together to challenge conventional thinking on quantum investments, governance, and adoption strategies.
Quantum Technology and Global Security Session at the Quantum Futures Forum, Chaired by Prof. Dr. Hossam Elshenraky Head of Police Sciences Department at Dubai Police Academy
📚 Advancing Quantum Education: Building the Next Generation of Innovators
A key highlight of the Quantum Futures Forms was the Education & Workforce Development Session, chaired by H.E. Dr Saeed Al Dhaheri . This critical discussion brought together leading academics, policymakers, and industry experts to address the growing need for quantum education, skill development, and workforce readiness.
H.E. Dr. Saeed Al Dhaheri Chairing the Education & Workforce Development Session at the Quantum Innovation Summit 2025
The Qinnovision World Challenge Finals, organized by Vernewell Group, showcased groundbreaking quantum-powered solutions, highlighting the potential of quantum in tackling real-world industry challenges.
Judges Panel at the QInnovision World Challenge Finals
📅 DAY 2: OFFICIAL OPENING, STRATEGIC ANNOUNCEMENTS & KEY PARTNERSHIPS
The official launch of the Quantum Innovation Summit 2025 was marked by a keynote address from H.E. Dr. Mohamed Alkuwaiti , Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government, emphasizing the critical role of quantum technology in securing digital infrastructure and national resilience.
This was followed by an inspiring keynote by Dr. Najwa Aaraj , CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute (#TII), who highlighted TII’s cutting-edge work in quantum computing, cryptography, and sovereign R&D capabilities, solidifying the UAE’s role as a quantum leader.
The official launch of the Quantum Innovation Summit 2025 was marked by a keynote address from H.E. Dr. Mohamed Alkuwaiti , Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government, emphasizing the critical role of quantum technology in securing digital infrastructure and national resilience.
This was followed by an inspiring keynote by Dr. Najwa Aaraj , CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute (#TII), who highlighted TII’s cutting-edge work in quantum computing, cryptography, and sovereign R&D capabilities, solidifying the UAE’s role as a quantum leader.
The summit then featured groundbreaking insights from global quantum pioneers, including e& UAE , ADNOC Group, Presight, G42, Microsoft , IBM , D-Wave , Palo Alto Networks , IonQ , QuantLase LAB , QuantumGate , Pasqal , ID Quantique , QuEra Computing Inc. , and Quantinuum . These leading organizations showcased their latest advancements in quantum computing, cybersecurity, and deep-tech innovation, reinforcing the transformative potential of quantum technologies across industries.
🔹 Major Announcements & Industry Partnerships
- ID Quantique & Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy Partnership – A key milestone under the QInnovision Consortium, enhancing quantum-secure communications for maritime industries.
- Kipu Quantum & Center for Quantum and Topological System, New York University Abu Dhabi Collaboration – Strengthening academic-industry synergies to advance quantum algorithm development and real-world applications.
- Quantum Maritime Conference – A pioneering initiative by Vernewell Group Inc. and Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy , exploring quantum’s role in secure navigation, operational efficiency, and maritime cybersecurity.
The day concluded with an exclusive networking dinner, fostering high-level discussions on cross-industry collaboration and future investments in quantum technologies.
📅 DAY 3: GROUNDBREAKING ANNOUNCEMENTS & THE FUTURE OF QUANTUM
The final day of the Summit saw significant milestones in global quantum adoption and strategic initiatives:
The final day of the Summit saw significant milestones in global quantum adoption and strategic initiatives:
🔹 Launch of VerneX Quantum Valley – Vernewell Group Inc. announced VerneX, headquartered at NYU Abu Dhabi’s Center for Quantum and Topological System (CQTS), creating a hub for quantum commercialization and deep-tech innovation.
🔹 Vernewell Group Inc. & REACH Group MoU – A strategic alliance set to accelerate quantum adoption in the UAE and beyond, reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in emerging quantum technologies.
🔹Launch of Vernewell UK – Expanding Vernewell Group’s global footprint, the Vernewell UK launch will drive international collaborations, deep-tech investments, and advanced quantum initiatives.
These landmark announcements were made during the closing keynote by Mrs. Malak Trabelsi Loeb , Founder of the Quantum Innovation Summit and CEO of Vernewell Group, reaffirming the group’s commitment to bridging research, commercialization, and industrial deployment.
🏆 Recognizing Excellence in Quantum Innovation
🔹H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, H.E. Dr. Saeed Al Dhaheri, and H.E. Faisal Al Bannai received the National Achievement Leadership in Innovation Awards, recognizing their leadership in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and sovereign technology development.
🔹The FemTum Leap Awards celebrated women driving innovation in quantum and deep tech, reinforcing the importance of inclusive leadership.
🔹The QInnovision World Challenge showcased the most promising quantum-powered solutions, demonstrating the transformative impact of quantum computing across industries.
✨LOOKING AHEAD: THE NEXT QUANTUM INNOVATION SUMMIT
Mrs. Malak Trabelsi Loeb Officially Opens the Second Edition of the Quantum Innovation Summit with a Powerful Welcome Speech
Reflecting on the Summit’s success, Mrs. Malak Trabelsi Loeb shared: “With the support of the UAE Cyber Security Council and our esteemed academic partner, the Center for Quantum and Topological System at New York University Abu Dhabi, alongside key industry and government leaders, the Quantum Innovation Summit has solidified its position as a global platform for quantum advancement. The strategic partnerships and commitments made during this summit reinforce our mission at Vernewell Group Inc. to ensure quantum technology drives economic resilience, security, and sustainable progress on a global scale. We are proud to have launched VerneX and expanded our presence with Vernewell UK, setting the stage for the next phase of quantum commercialization and global collaboration.”
📅 The journey continues! The next Quantum Innovation Summit will take place April 7–9, 2026, bringing an expanded global network, deeper industry partnerships, and pioneering advancements in quantum technologies.
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