Hidetoshi Nishimori and the Evolution of Quantum Annealing

In this in-depth analysis recorded in view of the World Tech Conference (WTC) scheduled from 24 to 28 June 2026 at the Allianz MiCo in Milan, Professor Hidetoshi Nishimori, theoretical physicist of the Tokyo Institute of Science, explores the frontiers of Quantum Annealing. Professor Nishimori illustrates how this technology allows solving complex combinatorial optimization problems, such as logistics and route planning, by exploiting the principles of superposition and quantum tunneling. Through an analysis of the current technological landscape, citing the pioneering experience of D-Wave, Nishimori highlights the importance of an integrated ecosystem where theory, hardware and practical applications evolve in a continuous feedback loop.