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Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard

Quantum Security Expert

Global advisor driving collaboration and education across quantum security, AI, and emerging technologies. 

Meet the Fellow

Background

Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard is a physicist and entrepreneur holding master’s degrees in quantum field theory and nanomaterials.

With an extensive background in electronics and telecommunications, she bridges the worlds of science, strategy, and innovation.

Her work connects quantum technologies, AI, and cybersecurity with real-world business transformation. She is passionate about helping government and industry leaders understand and adopt the next generation of secure and intelligent infrastructure.

Market Sector Focus

  • Government and Defense
  • Finance and Banking
  • Telecommunications and 6G Providers
  • Energy and Critical Infrastructure
  • Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Pharmaceuticals
  • Aerospace and Satellite Industries
  • Transport, Automotive, and Smart Mobility
  • Retail and Consumer Industry
  • Industrial, Manufacturing, and Deep-Tech Ventures
  • Policy, and Investment Organizations

Experience

Anna is CEO of Quantum Security Defense Limited (QSECDEF), a global advisory driving collaboration and education across quantum security, AI, and emerging technologies.

She also leads Quantum Prime, a deep-tech venture developing entanglement-based links for 3D (terrestrial, aerial, and space) connectivity in 6G secure networks. 

With experience spanning research, industry, and patent engineering, she is a multi-award-winning thought leader who hosts Quantum webinars and delivers talks, and workshops worldwide.

Areas of Expertise

  • Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) migration and Quantum-safe network design
  • Quantum communication: QKD, entanglement, and teleportation protocols
  • Quantum and AI accelerators, hybrid and high-performance computing solutions
  • Advanced problem-solving using cross-domain computational approaches
  • Quantum sensing for security, defense, and critical infrastructure protection
  • 6G infrastructure, blockchains, and secure cross-domain connectivity
  • Technology strategy, innovation, and strategic foresight
  • Patent intelligence, IP development, and deep-tech commercialisation
  • Quantum physics, nanomaterials, and telecommunication
  • Communicating complex technical concepts through public speaking and education
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