Podcast EP320: The Emerging Field of Quantum Technology and the Upcoming Q2B Event with Peter Olcott
Daniel is joined by Peter Olcott, Deeptech Principal at First Spark Ventures specializing in early-stage investments. His background encompasses over 20 years of experience in electrical engineering, software engineering, algorithm design, combined hardware-software robotic devices, and novel innovations in biomedical engineering. Peter’s academic and professional portfolio consists of 150+ articles and 34 issued patents spanning various fields such as semiconductor devices, compressed sensing, analog front-end readouts, novel uses of optics, and applications in positron emission tomography and radiotherapy.
Dan explores the emerging field of quantum technology with Peter, who describes current and potential future applications of the technology. Security is discussed, as well as other applications including applications in the medical field and methods to reduce carbon emissions.
Peter also describes an important upcoming event on quantum technology called Q2B which will be held from December 9-11, 2025 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA. Peter will be moderating a panel at this event on December 9 called Quantum Technologies: Innovation and Investment. You can learn more about this conference and register to attend here. You can use Discount Code: SC-20-SV for a 20% discount compliments of Silicon Catalyst. They have a booth in the exhibit hall so stop by and network.
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