OptQC Director Takuji Hiraoka to Speak at Global Quantum Forum 2026 in Chicago, USA
Takuji Hiraoka, Director of OptQC Corp., will present at the Global Quantum Forum 2026 (GQF26) in Chicago, Illinois, during the dedicated "Japan Session" on July 23.
Under the theme "Solving Grand Challenges," this international forum explores the roles and potential of quantum technology across a wide range of sectors, including drug discovery, finance, energy, and climate. Leaders from industry and academia will gather alongside leading journalists and government officials to discuss how quantum technology can contribute to solving various social challenges. The "Japan Session" within the forum is a program dedicated to Japan's quantum technology and business development.
Event Overview
Forum Name: Global Quantum Forum 2026 (GQF26)
Dates: Wednesday, July 22–Thursday, July 23, 2026
Venue: Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Official Website: https://globalquantumforum.com/
Presentation Details
Speaker: Takuji Hiraoka, Director, OptQC Corp.
Date & Time: Thursday, July 23, 2026, during the "Japan Session" (09:40–11:00 CDT)
Topics: Overview of optical quantum computing technology, initiatives toward practical application, and plans for international business expansion.



