Quantum computing is moving from the lab to the market, and the companies that get there first won't just have better algorithms, they'll have better IP strategies.

​Join us for an online session with IP experts who work at the intersection of quantum and law, unpacking what actually protects quantum software innovation, and how patents, trade secrets and open source licensing can work together.

​Note: This is Part 1 of 2 workshops. Think of this as the foundation, and following the in-person workshop (date to be announced) will go deeper into use cases.

​What to expect

​A practical understanding of how IP protection actually works for quantum algorithms and software, the misconceptions, real examples of patented quantum inventions & how open source licensing and business models are playing out in the quantum ecosystem.

​Plus, a framework for combining all of this into one solid IP strategy, and a group discussion on building a successful layered IP strategy.

​Speakers

​Guido Paola (QDNL) will introduce the webinar

​Erik Visscher (De Vries & Metman) will explain how quantum algorithms can be protected using patents and trade secrets

​Malcom Bain (Across Legal) will follow with a deep dive into open source development and licensing

​Here's the program in that format, starting at 13:00:

​Agenda

​13:00 – 13:10 | Welcome & Intro (Guido Paola)

13:10 – 14:10 | Protecting quantum algorithms using patents and trade secrets (Erik Visscher)

14:10 – 14:20 | Break

14:20 – 15:20 | Open Source Development & Licensing (Malcom Bain)

15:20 – 16:00 | Discussion: Developing a Layered IP Strategy