Spring Meetings

Description:The United Nations have designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Despite this global emphasis, quantum technologies remain enigmatic to much of the general public and policymakers. In 2024, global investments in quantum research exceeded $40 billion, yet only 24 governments had adopted national quantum strategies, mostly in high-income countries. For developing countries, quantum technologies present both significant opportunities and challenges. Potential benefits include advancements in healthcare through precise medical imaging and optimization of energy resources. However, they may also significantly increase cybersecurity risks by weakening traditional cryptography, and disparity in quantum adoption could widen the technological gap between developed and developing countries. Join us to demystify the impact of quantum technologies on international development, with experts from the civil society and the private sector. *Watch Event|https://meetingslogin.worldbank.org/en/asmeeting/event-detail/ems1852267*