The Austrian Foreign Ministry, in collaboration with Quantum Science Austria and the Innsbruck Quantum Ethics Lab, proudly announces the kick-off event of the Quantum #TechDiplomacyTalk series: “Beyond the Digital Age: Dimensions of #TechDiplomacy in a Quantum World.”
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, 24 January 2025
- Time: 14:00–17:00 CET
- Location: Minoritenplatz 8, 1010 Vienna (Hybrid event, streamed on BMEIA YouTube)
- Language: English
This first talk, “Introduction to Quantum#TechDiplomacy – Geopolitics, Innovation, Governance and Ethics”, will serve as a platform to discuss the profound implications of quantum technologies on geopolitics, global security, and innovation, as well as the ethical and governance challenges they present.
Why Quantum #TechDiplomacy?
Emerging technologies, such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology, are reshaping global power dynamics. Quantum technologies, in particular, hold the potential to revolutionize industries and societies while introducing risks and challenges that demand a proactive, diplomatic response.
Event Highlights:
Keynotes:
- Ambassador Elisabeth Kornfeind (BMEIA): Why #TechDiplomacy in a Quantum World?
- Prof. Gregor Weihs (quantA): Introduction to the Austrian quantum ecosystem.
- Prof. Tommaso Calarco (EU Quantum Community Network): European quantum research and its geopolitical implications.
Panel Discussions:
Moderated by Claudia Reinprecht (BMEIA), this session will bring together experts to explore critical dimensions of quantum technologies:- Francesca Ferlaino: Quantum technology and its use cases.
- Daniel Wurm-Hikes: Security and defense aspects.
- Thierry Botter (TBC): The transformational potential for industries and innovation.
- Astrid Bötticher: Geoeconomics and commercialization.
- Matthias C. Kettemann: Governance, ethics, and law.
Who Should Attend?
Policy-makers, diplomats, industry leaders, academics, and anyone interested in the intersection of quantum technologies and global governance. The event marks the start of an essential dialogue for building quantum-ready societies.
For more information and to join the event, visit BMEIA YouTube Channel.
Let’s explore the future of technology diplomacy together!
How to register
Send an e-mail for online participation or in person participation.
You can access the live stream here.
