Quantum Technologies: the legal angles

In this special episode we are joined by Anne Chitan and Dan Tench, Partners at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP, and experts in the legal issues related to the fast-developing area of Quantum Technologies.  The team discuss what “Quantum Technologies” are, and why they are becoming increasingly important to lawyers and their clients now.  In this special episode we are joined by Anne Chitan and Dan Tench, Partners at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP, and experts in the legal issues related to the fast-developing area of Quantum Technologies.  The team discuss what “Quantum Technologies” are, and why they are becoming increasingly important to lawyers and their clients now – especially Quantum Computing and its applications.  Anne discusses how legal issues relating to Quantum Technologies can arise different industry sectors ranging from transportation to healthcare and financial services, exploring both the legal and commercial risks.  Dan explores how practically Quantum Technologies can impact both organisations and individuals in areas ranging from data security and encryption to potential liabilities for technology service providers.  Both guests also consider which areas of legal practice bring skills and experience which can support clients in this area.  The conversation touches on the wide range of stakeholders potentially impacted – “horizon-scanning” to think about how this technology (and the legal issues surrounding it) are likely to impact governments, the public and society as a whole in the near future.    Actions and resources for listeners: ·       Read this blog on Quantum Technologies – what would you consider the biggest 2 risks, and the 2 biggest opportunities, from adoption of this technology?  And what are the key legal issues? ·       Research and consider 3 different organisations (including both public and private sector ones) you think will need legal support on Quantum Technology issues in the next 2-3 years.  What legal advice would they need, specifically?