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The Convergence of AI and Quantum Technologies

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This panel discussion will explore how the two burgeoning fields of quantum technology and AI are beginning to converge and examine their potential impact on Finland’s long-term competitiveness.
Event poster for “The Convergence of AI & Quantum Technologies” on 30 Sept 2026 in Espoo and online
Quantum and AI event for Designs for a Cooler Planet 2026. Image: Designs by Gavin Pugh / Aalto University

When

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Where

Marsio & Online
Otakaari 2

Event language(s)

English
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Link to livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/-w5aQBasp-k

Finland is currently investing heavily in both artificial intelligence and quantum technologies, with new research initiatives, infrastructure projects, and companies emerging across both fields. These latest developments suggest that quantum technologies and AI are already converging. 

Hosted by InstituteQ and ELLIS Institute Finland, this panel discussion is centered at the intersection of these burgeoning technologies. It will ask pertinent questions, such as:

  • How might AI and quantum technologies shape Finnish competitiveness, innovation, and economic growth over the next decade?
  • What are the use cases of AI-optimized quantum science and technology? What about the business potential?
  • What are some myths about how AI and quantum technologies can be mutually leveraged?

Agenda 

  Event sessions
16.00 Introduction to InstituteQ by Ilona Lundström, and ELLIS Institute Finland by Simo Särkkä
16:10 Panel discussion
Moderator: Pauliina Rajala (Development Manager at InstituteQ)
Panelists: Mikael Johansson (Manager, Quantum Technologies at CSC), Riikka Virkkunen (Professor of Practice at VTT), Jose Lado (Assistant Professor at Aalto University)
16.50 Q&A
17.00 Event ends

Event hosts

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InstituteQ - The Finnish Quantum Institute (external link)

InstituteQ coordinates quantum research, education, and business in Finland

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ELLIS Institute Finland (external link)

ELLIS Institute Finland is a world-class research hub in AI and machine learning and part of the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems (ELLIS).

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