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World Congress 2026 Europe • Jul 10, 2026 • Session details

Colorful quantum randomness

Jakub Gaj

Is your pseudo-randomness leaving your code vulnerable? Discover how to use Python and cloud-based quantum processors to harvest true randomness, securing cryptography and generating colorful terminal outputs.

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#1 about 3 min

Introduction to pseudo and true quantum randomness

The fundamental distinction between mathematical pseudo-randomness and physics-based true quantum randomness.

#2 about 2 min

Current state of quantum computing capabilities

An overview of the ongoing quantum computing race and early enterprise experimentation for solving complex natural problems.

#3 about 3 min

Preparing for quantum resilience and post-quantum cryptography

Leveraging quantum-safe cryptography standards to counteract the future threat of algorithms breaking modern encryption.

#4 about 2 min

Understanding quantum basics and superposition concepts

How qubits use superposition to represent multiple states simultaneously before measurement forces a deterministic outcome.

#5 about 2 min

Designing a quantum circuit for random colors

Mapping qubits and execution shots to generate true random combinations for RGB color channels.

#6 about 1 min

Building circuits with Qiskit and Hadamard gates

Creating a quantum circuit using Qiskit to place qubits into superposition and record measurements into classical registers.

#7 about 2 min

Exploring accessible quantum platforms on IBM and AWS

An overview of available quantum hardware and simulator environments hosted on the IBM Quantum Platform and Amazon Braket.

#8 about 8 min

Live demo of executing a quantum circuit

Using visual composers and code scripts to execute a random color generator on simulators and physical hardware.

#9 about 2 min

Key takeaways on hardware noise and error correction

The importance of physical measurement for delivering true randomness and utilizing error correction to handle hardware noise.

#10 about 3 min

Recommended resources for learning quantum algorithms

Recommended platforms, educational kits, and foundational algorithms for developers beginning their exploration into quantum computing.

#11 about 4 min

Q&A on quantum-safe encryption and entanglement

Exploring the theoretical limits of breaking quantum-safe cryptography and the potential for attacks using quantum entanglement.

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2:20 min

Programming foundations and building blocks for quantum circuits

Ilie-Daniel Gheorghe-Pop Ilie-Daniel Gheorghe-Pop · WWC 2025

1:28 min

Exploring quantum execution frameworks and hardware layouts

Alex Waldherr Alex Waldherr · WWC 2022

3:10 min

Exploring the IBM quantum computing cloud platform and simulators

Alexandra Waldherr · WWC 2021

2:50 min

Key takeaways and practical frameworks for quantum adoption

Julian Julian · WWC 2025

3:36 min

Building quantum networks and mitigating future cryptographic vulnerabilities

John Fletcher John Fletcher +1 · WWC Europe 2026

5:51 min

Live coding quantum circuit simulations using Qiskit

Alex Waldherr Alex Waldherr · WWC 2024

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