ARLINGTON, VA – January 7, 2025 – Today at CES® 2025, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® announces its new investment in Quantum World Congress, a first-of-its-kind global conference dedicated to uniting visionaries, innovators, and technology trailblazers to explore how quantum computing will shape the future. The announcement was made during CTA’s State of the Industry keynote, igniting excitement about the boundless opportunities quantum advancements can deliver. 

“This collaboration with Quantum World Congress spotlights the incredible innovations in this field and highlights why quantum is no longer just the future—it’s now,” said Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair, CTA. “From accelerating drug discovery to securing global communications, quantum breakthroughs are poised to redefine industries, economies, and the very fabric of innovation.”

“This new relationship between Quantum World Congress and CTA is a testament to the incredible strides we’re making in quantum innovation,” said Stu Solomon, Executive Chairman, Connected DMV. “Our collaboration not only showcases cutting-edge technology – we’re setting the stage for a future where quantum advancements drive solutions to some of the world’s greatest challenges.”

Launching the Quantum Journey at CES: 
CES 2025 will host a half-day “Quantum Means Business” program with Quantum World Congress on January 9, convening the brightest quantum minds and showcasing breakthroughs that were once confined to science fiction. Industry leaders from IBM, Microsoft, and beyond will share insights into how quantum, paired with advancements in AI and machine learning, is creating unparalleled opportunities across industries. Register for the quantum program.

• Quantum is Here: Computing Advancements and Tangible Applications 
  9 am, Thursday, January 9, LVCC, W218
• Global Industry Challenge: Celebrating International Year of Quantum 
  10 am, Thursday, January 9, LVCC, W218
• Quantum is Now: Unprecedented Improvement in Precision and Sensitivity 
  11 am, Thursday, January 9, LVCC W218 

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About CES®:
CES is the most powerful tech event in the world – the proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This is where the world's biggest brands do business and meet new partners, and the sharpest innovators hit the stage. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, CES features every aspect of the tech sector. CES 2025 takes place Jan. 7-10, 2025, in Las Vegas. Learn more at CES.tech and follow CES on social. 

About Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®:
As North America’s largest technology trade association, CTA is the tech sector. Our members are the world’s leading innovators – from startups to global brands – helping support more than 18 million American jobs. CTA owns and produces CES® – the most powerful tech event in the world. Find us at CTA.tech. Follow us @CTAtech. 

About Quantum World Congress:
Quantum World Congress (QWC), powered by Connected DMV, is the premier global event for quantum innovation, bringing together visionaries, policymakers, researchers, business leaders, and students to explore advancements in quantum technologies and their intersections with AI, cybersecurity, and more. Since 2022, QWC has positioned Greater Washington as a global quantum hub, attracting participants from 29+ countries and featuring transformative programming, strategic partnerships, and groundbreaking industry announcements. Learn more at quantumworldcongress.com