DigiCert has unveiled the speaker lineup for its third World Quantum Readiness Day, scheduled as a virtual event on 17 September 2026. This annual gathering features contributions from experts in cryptography, cybersecurity, and technology, with a particular emphasis on transitioning from quantum readiness planning to actionable steps.
This year's theme, "From Blueprint to Build," highlights practical strategies for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) migration, addresses evolving global regulations and standards, and examines common challenges in PQC implementation. It also provides insights from organisations already advancing their readiness plans.
Post-quantum cryptography
"The shift to post-quantum cryptography is a significant undertaking, and the time to make tangible progress is now," remarked Dr. Amit Sinha, CEO of DigiCert. "Organisations 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."
Featured guest speakers
The event's guest speakers include industry leaders such as:
- Christian Pfister, Team Leader IT Security Operation (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.
Regional virtual sessions
DigiCert will have its own team presenting, including Dr. 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; and Shane Kelly, Principal Crypto Architect.
The event will offer three regional virtual sessions tailored for the Americas, EMEA, and APJ, and each will be overseen by John Furrier, Co-founder and CEO of SiliconANGLE Media and Executive Editor of SiliconANGLE.com. These sessions are complimentary and will include interactive live question-and-answer segments.
