Quantum, AI and the Next Computing Wave
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AI has already transformed how companies build, operate, and compete. Quantum computing and other next-generation technologies may create an even deeper shift, but which opportunities are commercially credible, and where is investment capital actually moving? Join us for a 90-minute conversation with Nardo Manaloto, Managing Partner at Qubits Ventures, exploring the convergence of quantum technologies, artificial intelligence, advanced computing, data, and intelligent infrastructure. This is a moderated, discussion-based event. No presentation is required from the featured speaker.
❯ Agenda
- Welcome and introduction
- Quantum, AI, and the emerging next-computing landscape
- Where investors are currently seeing credible opportunities
- How VCs evaluate highly technical and early-stage innovations
- Balancing scientific breakthroughs with commercial applications
- What deep-tech founders need to demonstrate to become fundable
- Closing insights and key takeaways
❯ Featured Speaker
- Nardo Manaloto — Managing Partner, Qubits Ventures
Nardo Manaloto is a computer scientist, deep-tech thought leader, serial entrepreneur, and investor with more than 25 years of executive leadership experience across emerging technology and healthcare. As Managing Partner at Qubits Ventures, he leads investments in quantum technologies, next-generation computing, breakthrough AI applications, data innovation, and intelligent infrastructure. His work focuses on identifying transformative technologies and supporting founders as they move from technical innovation toward commercialization and global growth.
❯ Moderators
- Erdinc Ekinci — Founder, Investment Lead of Co-capital.vc, Co-Founder, CEO of [Openfor.co](https://openfor.co/?utm_source=luma), Managing Director of Founder Institute Japan/Korea/Taiwan
- Yu Li Shein — Venture Scout of Decile Group, Co-Director, Founder Institute Korea/Japan & Taiwan, Co-founder, COO, Openfor.co, Inc
❯ What You Can Expect
- A clearer view of how quantum, AI, and next-generation computing are converging
- Insights into where investors see near-term and long-term opportunities
- A practical look at how deep-tech investment decisions are made
- Guidance on translating technical complexity into a compelling investment narrative
- Lessons on reducing scientific, commercial, and market-adoption risk
- Perspectives on building companies in markets that are still taking shape
- Practical considerations for attracting investors and strategic partners
❯ Who Should Attend
- LPs and capital allocators exploring emerging technology investment themes
- Venture capital investors and emerging fund managers
- Quantum, AI, deep-tech, and advanced-computing founders
- Researchers preparing to commercialize breakthrough technologies
- Corporate innovation and technology leaders
- Startup ecosystem builders and accelerator operators
- Professionals interested in the future of computing and intelligent infrastructure
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❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/406235/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
