ETSI Launches New Standard for Quantum-Safe Hybrid Key Exchanges to Secure Future Post-Quantum Encryption
ETSI Launches New Standard for Quantum-Safe Hybrid Key Exchanges to Secure Future Post-Quantum Encryption
Today, ETSI announces the launch of its post-quantum security standard to guarantee the protection of critical data and communications in the future. The specification “Efficient Quantum-Safe Hybrid Key Exchanges with Hidden Access Policies” (ETSI TS 104 015) has been developed to enhance security mechanisms, ensuring that only authorized users with the correct permissions can access sensitive data to decrypt them.
Toshiba Announces Integrated PQC & QKD Solution for Quantum-Safe Networking
Toshiba Announces Integrated PQC & QKD Solution for Quantum-Safe Networking
Toshiba Europe Limited has today announced that its commercially available quantum key distribution (QKD) systems now natively incorporate the latest post quantum cryptography (PQC) standard, bringing an additional layer of security to its quantum-safe networking platform.
ESA and European Commission Partner to Develop Secure Quantum Communication Infrastructure
ESA and European Commission Partner to Develop Secure Quantum Communication Infrastructure
Announced in Brussels, Belgium, the European Space Agency (ESA) and European Commission formalised their cooperation agreement, partnering to strengthen support of a groundbreaking quantum communication network across the EU. European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI) marks a significant step forward in meeting the EU’s Digital Decade target of being at the forefront of quantum capabilities by 2030. The agreement was signed between Roberto Viola, the European Commission's Director-General of DG Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CONNECT), and Laurent Jaffart, ESA's Director of Connectivity and Secure Communications.
EuroHPC JU Signs Hosting Agreements for Quantum Computers in Luxembourg and in the Netherlands
EuroHPC JU Signs Hosting Agreements for Quantum Computers in Luxembourg and in the Netherlands
EuroHPC JU has signed agreements with LuxProvide (Luxembourg) & SURF (Netherlands) to host & operate two new quantum computers. The procurement of these systems will start early next year driving Europe's leadership in quantum computing technologies.
ESA Project Achieves Space-Enabled Quantum Key Distribution Link Milestone
ESA Project Achieves Space-Enabled Quantum Key Distribution Link Milestone
ESA, together with a Starion-led industrial consortium, has marked a significant milestone in quantum communications technology with the successful implementation of a terrestrial quantum key distribution (QKD) link. The link took place between its European Space Security and Education Centre (ESEC) in Belgium and a data centre in Luxembourg. The development comes as part of the International Use Cases for Operational QKD Applications and Services (INT-UQKD) project, which exemplifies ESA's commitment to bridging the gap between advanced space technology and practical business applications.
NIST Releases First 3 Finalized Post-Quantum Encryption Standards
NIST Releases First 3 Finalized Post-Quantum Encryption Standards
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized its principal set of encryption algorithms designed to withstand cyberattacks from a quantum computer.
PQShield Raises $37M in Series B Funding to Deliver the Widespread Commercial Adoption of Quantum Resistant Cryptography
PQShield Raises $37M in Series B Funding to Deliver the Widespread Commercial Adoption of Quantum Resistant Cryptography
PQShield, a cybersecurity company specializing in post-quantum cryptography (PQC), has raised $37 million in Series B funding led by Addition, with participation from new investors Chevron Technology Ventures, Legal & General and Braavos Capital, together with existing backers, Oxford Science Enterprises.
The Post-Quantum Cryptography Startup PQShield Has Completed a Series B Funding Round of $37 Million
PQShield, a cybersecurity company specializing in post-quantum cryptography (PQC), has raised $37 million in Series B funding led by Addition. PQShield will use the funding to expand its commercial operations as it continues to meet growing global demand for its quantum-ready cryptographic solutions for hardware, software, and communications.
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NIST Will Officially Release the Standards for Post-Quantum Encryption Algorithms in the Next Few Weeks
A senior White House official disclosed at a conference on Monday that the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will release post-quantum cryptographic algorithms in the next few weeks. In addition, a spokesperson from NIST also stated recently that the agency plans to officially release post-quantum cryptography standards this summer.
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Charting a Path to Quantum-Safe Transformation Through Industry Initiatives
Charting a Path to Quantum-Safe Transformation Through Industry Initiatives
IBM is taking a global leadership role in quantum-safe consortia. Here’s how that will help you build a sustainable quantum-safe future.
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