DigiCert hosts World Quantum Readiness Day for September 17, 2026. Registration for this free virtual event is now open. The firm just announced a roster of guest speakers for the two-hour, three-region event.
- Americas 0900-1100 PDT
- EMEA 0900-1100 BST
- APJ 1400-1600 AEST
The guest speakers feature:
- Christian Pfister, Team Leader, IT Security Operations (SOC) & Lead, Quantum Safe Competence Center, LGT Financial Services AG
- Colin Soutar, Global Quantum Cyber Readiness Leader, Deloitte & Touche LLP
- Naomi Wynn, CEO, National Energy PKI
- Jostein Stokkan, Product Manager, Security Service Offerings, ATEA Managed Services
- Sadaaki Yamazaki, Senior Security Specialist, Digital Solution R&D Department, Daiwa Institute of Research Ltd.
The event carries the theme “From Blueprint to Build.” Sessions explore quantum computing topics, including:
- practical approaches to PQC migration
- changes in global regulations and standards
- common PQC challenges
- lessons from organizations putting readiness plans into practice
DigiCert also contributes speakers, including:
- Amit Sinha, CEO
- Lakshmi Hanspal, Chief Trust Officer
- Deepika Chauhan, Chief Product Officer
- Tim Hollebeek, Vice President, Industry Standards
- Dean Coclin, Senior Director, Industry Strategy
- Shane Kelly, Principal Crypto Architect
Dr. Amit Sinha, CEO of DigiCert, stated, “The shift to post-quantum cryptography is a significant undertaking, and the time to make tangible progress is now.
“Organizations don’t need to solve everything at once. By taking focused steps today, they can reduce risk, build momentum and create a stronger foundation for a quantum-safe future.”
Enterprise Times: What does this mean
Virtual events have evolved significantly since the pandemic. DigiCert designed this event strategically: a concise two-hour format packed with high-level expertise, including a live Q&A. Unlike generic webinars, registered attendees receive the full agenda immediately, allowing them to tailor their view across the three regional tracks.
For organizations navigating the complex shift to post-quantum cryptography, the EMEA track alone—featuring four deep-dive sessions and direct access to experts—offers a compelling, practical introduction.
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