
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...
Slush
INMA World Congress of News Media
Slush 2024
Dmexco
What events has Mark spoken at?
6 events · 8 appearances · 2017 to 2026 · 2 countries
| Event | Year | Location | Repeat appearance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slush | 2026 · 2025 | Helsinki, Finland | Invited back |
| INMA World Congress of News Media | 2025 | New York | |
| Slush 2024 | 2024 | Helsinki, Finland | |
| Design Observer Conference | 2018 | ||
| Dmexco | 2017 | Cologne, Germany | |
| The Marketing Society Annual Conference | 2017 |
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