Amman: The Jordan Today Center for Development (JTCD), in cooperation with Asfar Consulting and Training, held the first Jordan Quantum Computing Technology Forum on Wednesday. JTCD Director General Mohammad Al-Faqir highlighted the forum's significance as Jordan gears up to embrace new technological advancements, potentially linked to the fifth industrial revolution, driven by quantum computing.
According to Jordan News Agency, the forum aims to delve into the core principles of quantum computing, its current applications, and the future challenges and opportunities it presents. Nader Qahoush, Director General of Asfar Consulting and Training, emphasized the importance of the forum in addressing the vast impact of quantum computing across various sectors, including economic, political, legal, scientific, and medical fields.
Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Jordan, Khaldoun Washah, noted that quantum computing represents a significant evolution in information technology, offering solutions to complex challenges at unprecedented speeds. He highlighted its strategic importance in areas such as investment portfolio management, macroeconomic forecasting, and financial services innovation. However, he also warned of potential risks to current encryption systems as quantum computing progresses, stressing the need for a sectoral roadmap for transition to quantum-resistant encryption.
The two-day forum hosts more than 50 experts from banking, technology, and economic sectors, focusing on developments, applications, and the challenges associated with quantum computing.