Call for Talk Submissions

We aim to build a programme that reflects the full breadth of the PQC migration challenge. We therefore welcome contributions on topics such as:

Lessons learned from PQC migration efforts
Technical advancements
Regulatory and policy developments
Governance and risk
Practical experiences from migration planning and deployment

The conference is designed for a diverse audience, including higher management, policymakers and regulators, security professionals, technical experts, researchers, and practitioners from government, industry and the private sector.

Presentation format

Talks will be scheduled in 25-minute slots (20 minutes presentation + 5 minutes Q&A).

Review process:

All submissions will be reviewed by a programme committee to ensure a high-quality and well-balanced programme.

Awards

Submitted talks will be eligible for three award categories:

PQC Migration Award (Process): for outstanding migration efforts, including strategy, planning, and real-world implementation
PQC Innovation Award (Technical): for innovative technical contributions, including cryptographic approaches or impactful tooling
Brilliant Failure Award (Lessons Learned): for valuable insights gained from challenges, setbacks, or unexpected outcomes

Important Dates

Opening submission system: 1 July 2026
Submission deadline: 15 October 2026
Notification of acceptance: 15 December 2026
Conference: 9–10 March 2027