Bottom line: IBM's new Quantum Safe leader, Dr. Armin Heinemann, emphasized the need for robust Quantum Computing-based IoT security solutions to counter emerging threats.
What's happening: The Things Conference 2026, held on March 10-11, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, brought together industry experts to discuss the latest advancements in IoT security. IBM's Quantum Safe initiative, led by Dr. Armin Heinemann, was showcased as a key highlight. The conference also featured presentations from CyBe, a global threat intelligence company, and a panel discussion on the impact of Quantum Computing on IoT security.
What to do: Security leaders should prioritize implementing Quantum Computing-based security solutions to protect IoT devices from emerging threats, and explore partnerships with organizations like IBM's Quantum Safe to stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape.