D-Wave Quantum: Understanding Quantum Technologies Webinar – Hosted by UConn & QuantumCT

Quantum is no longer science fiction—it’s happening now. But what does it actually mean, and why is it poised to change everything?

Join Murray Thom, a leading voice in quantum computing from D-Wave Quantum—the world’s first commercial quantum computing company and a global pioneer bringing real quantum systems to market—for a high-impact session in the Quantum Education Series. Known for making complex ideas accessible and actionable, Murray will break down what quantum is, why it matters, and how it’s driving impact for businesses today.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the industry’s key players—just ahead of the Quantum UP! Challenge 2026.

About Our Presenter

Murray Thom, VP of Quantum Technology Evangelism at D-Wave, has more than 20 years of experience in the quantum computing industry. A globally recognized speaker and thought leader, Murray helps businesses and organizations around the world understand quantum computing and the transformational impact it can have for them today. In previous roles at D-Wave he was responsible for the development and delivery of the Leap quantum cloud service and the Ocean open source tools. He has led teams engaged in customer projects related to applications, algorithms, and performance testing. He has even assembled a few early quantum computers by hand.