Organizations worldwide boost quantum research. QDNL invests €60M in early-stage ventures, while a QuEra survey indicates market readiness. Bangladesh views quantum as vital for security, and Zenatech addresses hurricane costs with drone methods. Rackspace and AWS focus on cloud-based efforts, as RTX examines specialized hardware for defense.
Telia has conducted Finland’s first test of quantum encryption technology within a commercial network, advancing national efforts to secure critical infrastructure. The test, part of the NaQCI.fi project, showcases the potential of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in safeguarding sensitive communications.
SEALSQ introduces a digital identity ecosystem to protect 5G networks from cyber threats. Leveraging quantum-resistant cryptography and Root CA technologies, it ensures data integrity across industries, including healthcare and logistics, while supporting compliance with global security standards.
Scope Technologies has completed updates for its retail subscription model, offering quantum-resilient, decentralized cloud storage. With advanced encryption and affordable pricing, the service aims to deliver top-tier data protection to individuals and small businesses.
LTIMindtree, a global tech company, introduced a Quantum-Safe Virtual Private Network (VPN) at its London site, enhancing data protection against potential decryption threats. This VPN applies Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), utilizing quantum-based key generation and secure key delivery methods that align with NIST standards for data security.
To determine where post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and conventional cryptography will need to be implemented, businesses will need to understand what of their data needs protecting and what will be worthless to cybercriminals.
The novelty of quantum technology makes it different from other emerging tech. It will bolster computation power, dramatically reduce processing time, and easily break into modern-day encryption.
“In the hands of adversaries, sophisticated quantum computers could threaten U.S. national security if we do not begin to prepare now for the new post-quantum cryptographic standard,” CISA says.
The United States is developing new algorithms to protect against the adversary’s future—powerful quantum computing that will be able to break into currently encrypted systems and data.
KETS Quantum Security is part of a £9m Quantum Data Centre of the Future project, funded by UKRI who have announced £50m in funding for UK quantum industrial projects.
