New IQT The Hague 2024 Speaker: Melchior Aelmans, Chief Architect at Juniper Networks
In 2024, Melchior Aelmans, the Chief Architect at leading cloud service company Juniper Networks, is poised to share his expertise at the IQT conference in The Hague. Aelmans brings over 15 years of experience in various operational and engineering roles, primarily focusing on network design and evolution for cloud providers, data centers, and service providers. His role at Juniper Networks has seen him collaborate closely with numerous operators, guiding the development of their network infrastructures.
Aelmans’ presentation is expected to delve into the intricacies of routing protocols, routing security, network architectures, and the burgeoning field of quantum internet. His active participation in influential industry groups such as IETF and RIPE, combined with his roles on the NANOG Program Committee, the Steering Committee at MANRS, and as a board member of the NLNOG Foundation, underscores his deep involvement and influence in the field of networking. Attendees can anticipate a session rich with insights from Aelmans’ extensive experience and his forward-thinking approach to network architecture. His talk is particularly relevant as the industry navigates integrating quantum technologies into existing network frameworks, like Juniper Networks, presenting new challenges and opportunities for innovation in network design and security.
IQT The Hague 2024 is the Netherlands’ fifth global conference and exhibition. The Hague is a Quantum Technology Event focusing on Quantum Networking and Quantum Security. Ten vertical topics encompassing more than 40 panel talks from over 100 speakers will provide attendees with a deep understanding of state-of-the-art developments of the future quantum internet and the current impact of quantum-safe technologies on cybersecurity and quantum computers.
The conference brings together corporate management, entrepreneurs, end users, technology providers, infrastructure partners, researchers, and investors working on current developments. IQT The Hague is organized by 3DR Holdings, IQT Research, QuTech, QIA (Quantum Internet Alliance), and Quantum Delta, who will bring leading organizations and professionals together in this important event. The April conference is “in-person” to ensure maximum networking and discussion will take place at the Postillion Hotel & Convention Centre in The Hague.
