Charlie Markham

Charlie is a Technical Specialist in the Emerging Technology & Research team at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the UK’s conduct regulator for financial services. He leads the FCA’s research into the applications of quantum technologies in financial services, exploring both the opportunities and regulatory challenges that quantum computing, communications, and security present.

Charlie co-authored an award-winning white paper on quantum security for the financial sector with the World Economic Forum and has been instrumental in shaping the FCA’s regulatory approach to emerging quantum risks. He also led the joint research initiative between the FCA, the UK Quantum Software Lab, and National Quantum Computing Centre to map the evolving landscape of quantum applications in financial services, working closely with industry, academia, and regulators.

Charlie's work focuses on bridging technical innovation and regulatory insight, helping to ensure the safe, trustworthy adoption of quantum technologies in financial markets.