Tech Talks – Decoding quantum: Navigating the quantum frontier

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Tech Talks – Decoding quantum: Navigating the quantum frontier

Episode 11

December 04, 2025

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In this series, we discuss the latest trends and topics that are shaping the technology sector.

We are pleased to share the eleventh episode of our Tech Talks legal insights podcast series. In this episode, Eve England, Hannah Wilkins, MJ Wilson-Bilik, and Kenny Tam discuss:

  • what quantum computing is, how it differs from classical computing, and why it is considered a technological game-changer
  • the latest innovations from tech giants and why commercially viable quantum computers could arrive as early as 2030
  • how the US, UK, EU, and China are approaching quantum development, investment, and regulation, and what that means for businesses worldwide
  • what companies should do now to prepare for quantum disruption, from quantum-resistant encryption to vendor management and compliance strategies

 You can listen to the latest episode below or find us on the podcast streaming platforms Apple and Spotify. 

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