Mark Thompson
Quantum Computing Pioneer | Cambridge PhD Transforming Technology
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Mark Thompson turned a deep passion for photonic technologies into breakthrough quantum computing innovations. As Co-Founder and Chief Technologist of PsiQuantum, he brings over two decades of expertise bridging academic research and transformative startup development.
With a PhD from the University of Cambridge and extensive experience across leading technology companies like Corning and Toshiba, Thompson has been instrumental in advancing silicon photonics and quantum technology frontiers. His work represents a critical intersection between advanced engineering and entrepreneurial vision, offering audiences unprecedented insights into the future of computational technologies.
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Reaching Quantum's Escape Velocity | Mark Thompson (PsiQuantum)
Building a quantum computer powerful enough to change the world isn’t about breakthroughs, it’s a grand engineering challenge. In conversation with Financial Times’ John Thornhill, co-founder...
6 talks, 2017 to 2026
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Mark Thompson at Slush 2026
Mark Thompson at Slush 2024
Mark Thompson at Design Observer Conference 2018
Mark Thompson at The Marketing Society Annual Conference 2017
Mark Thompson at Dmexco 2017
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5 events · 7 appearances · 2017 to 2026 · 2 countries
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