Quantum Hackathon – Become a Quantum Hacker

Are you fascinated by IT security, quantum communication, or emerging technologies? Then this is your chance:

‍💻 Quantum Hackathon at Fraunhofer IOF
📅 29 September 2025
📍 Fraunhofer IOF, Jena
📌 Event language: English

What’s in it for you?
➡ Deepen your understanding of quantum communication through expert-led interactive lectures focused on quantum hacking
➡ Work hands-on in small teams, manipulating a real quantum communication setup to conduct a hacking attempt
➡ Compete for a prize for the best Quantum hacking team
➡ Gain insight into the Photonic Quantum Systems laboratories at Fraunhofer
➡ Enjoy free lunch and dinner during the event
➡ Travel and accommodation support may be available upon request

💬 Want to get hands-on with “spooky action at a distance” (A. Einstein), learn by doing, and connect with like-minded being curious about quantum technology?

👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eys8pMtn

🌐 The hackathon is part of the BMFTR-funded project „O-PEN“ – a joint project of Fraunhofer ISI and Fraunhofer IOF. The project aims to enhance knowledge transfer between research and society in quantum communication and to make beneficial use of external perspectives in the development of new technologies.