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Don’t Think a VPN Will Be Safe from Quantum Computing

Quantum-safe virtual private networks require securing from quantum computing’s threat.  Not only are VPNs vulnerable, but much of the cryptographic infrastructure affiliated with the VPN.  The RSA cryptosystem and elliptic curve cryptographic methods will purportedly expose their weakness to quantum computing. 

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Quantum Technology and Strategic Policy: Critical Issues

Strategic policy informed with quantum information science and technologies is beginning to gain notice. Recent studies by D.C. think-tanks are identifying challenges to quantum initiatives. The Hudson Institute, a Washington D.C. think-tank, promotes strategic policy and national security.

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Training (Developing) Quantum Computing Workers

“If you want the masses to start using quantum computers, you have to teach them what the hell they do.” There aren’t enough of “them” to train, either. From industry to academia and now into government, here’s a brief discussion regarding quantum computing jobs in each of these sectors. 

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China’s Quantum Computing Efforts in Testimony to U.S. House.

Testimony delivered to the U.S. House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence leaves the winner of the “decades long marathon to develop a fully functional quantum computer” up in the air. Other testimony stated active research is being conducted on “quantum radar, imaging, and navigation technologies” by the Chinese defense industry. Further details are found in this research piece.

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