Insider Brief:
- The UK is committing over £1 billion to quantum technologies, and financial institutions are now moving from exploration to practical execution within real operating constraints.
- Fujitsu, in partnership with The Quantum Insider, will host a March 23, 2026 executive webinar focused on near-term applications such as quantum-inspired optimization, machine learning acceleration, and post-quantum cryptography in live financial environments.
- The session targets senior financial services leaders seeking clear guidance on what can be implemented now, how to prioritize quantum investments, and how to prepare infrastructure for future quantum risk without disruptive overhauls.
- Register for the session here.
As the UK accelerates national investment in quantum technologies, financial institutions are increasingly under pressure to move from exploration to execution. In late 2025, UK Research and Innovation confirmed more than £1 billion in public funding commitments for quantum technologies, reinforcing the UK’s position as one of the most active global markets for near-term quantum deployment.
For banks, insurers, and asset managers, the question is now where quantum can deliver value within existing operating constraints. Against this backdrop, Fujitsu, in partnership with The Quantum Insider, will host an executive webinar examining how quantum-inspired optimization and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) are already being applied across the financial services sector.
The session is scheduled for March 23, 2026 and is designed specifically for senior leaders seeking practical pathways to adoption over the next 12–36 months.
From Hype to Reality: Quantum Use Cases Already in Play
Titled “From hype to reality: how quantum can really unlock value for the financial services sector,” the 60-minute webinar will examine how quantum-inspired techniques are being deployed today within live financial environments.
Rather than focusing on long-term fault-tolerant systems, the discussion centers on near-term value creation, including:
- Quantum-inspired optimization for complex risk modeling and portfolio analysis
- Acceleration of machine-learning workflows under real infrastructure constraints
- Practical implementation of post-quantum cryptography to address emerging security and compliance requirements
- Preparing financial infrastructure for “Q-Day” without fear-based narratives or disruptive rebuilds
The session reflects a broader shift across the UK ecosystem of moving quantum out of pilot programs and into decision-relevant business tooling.
Speakers and Industry Perspective
The webinar will feature perspectives from practitioners actively working at the intersection of quantum technologies and financial operations, including:
- Franco Severini, CTO, Financial Services, Fujitsu
- Dr. Ellen Devereux, Quantum Computing Consultant, Fujitsu
Why This Matters for UK Financial Institutions
With the UK government doubling down on quantum capability spanning research, infrastructure, and commercialization, financial services leaders face increasing expectations from regulators, boards, and technology teams to demonstrate preparedness.
This briefing is designed for CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, CROs, heads of architecture and engineering, and quantum leads across UK and global financial institutions who need clarity on:
- Where quantum technologies fit within existing stacks
- How to prioritize investment amid competing innovation pressures
- What can be implemented now versus monitored strategically
Event Details
Title: From hype to reality: how quantum can really unlock value for the financial services sector
Date: March 23, 2026
Time: 14:00 GMT
Format: Live digital webinar + audience Q&A
Hosts: Fujitsu, in partnership with The Quantum Insider
Audience: Senior technology, risk, security, and innovation leaders in BFSI
Registration: Register for the event here
