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The University of Edinburgh's Quantum Fringe Festival 2026 expands its scope to foster public engagement and industry collaboration, aiming to accelerate the transition of quantum technologies from theory to practical application in sectors like cybersecurity. By hosting a two-month program that connects researchers with real-world problem solvers, the event reinforces Scotland's position as a central hub for developing quantum hardware, algorithms, and verification methods within the UK ecosystem.
University of Edinburgh’s Quantum Fringe festival builds on 1,000 attendees

Quantum Fringe Festival 2026, a two-month programme of events, explores the latest developments in quantum computing and its real-world applications. Building on last year’s event, which brought together around 1,000 attendees across 16 events, the festival running from May to July 2026, continues to expand in scale and ambition.
The University of Edinburgh’s Quantum Software Lab (QSL) and the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) are co-hosting the Quantum Fringe Festival 2026, a two-month program running from May to July. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, which drew around 1,000 attendees to 16 events, the festival…
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