Quantum cryptography

IBM and the University of Tokyo Unveil Japan's Most Powerful Quantum Computer

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

"IBM is committed to the growth of the global quantum ecosystem," said Dr. Dario Gil, Director of IBM Research.

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  • "IBM is committed to the growth of the global quantum ecosystem," said Dr. Dario Gil, Director of IBM Research.
  • The IBM Quantum System One is now operational for researchers at both scientific institutions and businesses in Japan, with access administered by the University of Tokyo.
  • The QIIC followed the formation of the Japan-IBM Quantum Partnership by IBM and the University of Tokyo in 2019.
  • Now, we will further refine the development of the next generation of quantum native skillsets by utilizing IBM Quantum System One."

Research by University of Surrey and Arqit reveals Quantum Threat to Digital Assets

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Friday, July 23, 2021

A new proposed approach to assess the relative quantum threat posed to a digital asset.

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  • A new proposed approach to assess the relative quantum threat posed to a digital asset.
  • Arqits Founder, Chairman and CEO, David Williams said, The University of Surrey research paper highlights some critical issues that must be addressed and prioritised to ensure all digital assets are secure against quantum computer attacks.
  • We welcome this research which elaborates well the things that the digital assets community must consider to mitigate these cryptographic threats.
  • He conducted his PhD research in post quantum cryptography applied to blockchain at the University of Surrey.

QunaSys Joins the Pistoia Alliance

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

CHICAGO, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- QunaSys, Inc.("QunaSys"), a quantum technologies company with a particular focus on algorithm and software development led by TenninYan, has joined the Pistoia Alliance, a global non-profit alliance and an advocate for open innovation in the life sciences.

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  • CHICAGO, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- QunaSys, Inc.("QunaSys"), a quantum technologies company with a particular focus on algorithm and software development led by TenninYan, has joined the Pistoia Alliance, a global non-profit alliance and an advocate for open innovation in the life sciences.
  • Hereafter, QunaSys and the Pistoia Alliance would closely cooperate to utilize quantum computational technology for an innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome QunaSys into the Pistoia Alliance and look forward to working with them to achieve our goal of lowering barriers to innovation in the life science industry.
  • By joining the Pistoia Alliance, we aim to expand our QPARC community and accelerate our joint research on a global scale.

Aliro Quantum Secures Contracts from U.S. Air Force to Accelerate Development of Quantum Network Simulation and Control Technologies

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Aliro is using the funding to advance the development of critical software needed to design and operate quantum networks.

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  • Aliro is using the funding to advance the development of critical software needed to design and operate quantum networks.
  • Like classical networks, quantum networks require hardware independent control plane software to manage data exchange between layers, allocate resources, and control synchronization.
  • Networked quantum computers are needed to run transformational quantum applications such as 'physics-based' secure communications and distributed quantum computing.
  • Aliro Quantum is a quantum networking platform company that spun out of NarangLab at Harvard University.

Crown Sterling Announces Successful MainNet of Quantum-Resistant Crypto Token

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Newport Beach, California--(Newsfile Corp. - July 20, 2021) - Crown Sterling recently launched the successful MainNet of the Crown Sovereign token (CSOV), the world's first quantum-resistant digital asset.

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  • Newport Beach, California--(Newsfile Corp. - July 20, 2021) - Crown Sterling recently launched the successful MainNet of the Crown Sovereign token (CSOV), the world's first quantum-resistant digital asset.
  • Crown Sterling's successful MainNet launch represents a significant milestone for the future of digital assets with the emergent and growing risk of quantum computing in the digital age.
  • Crown Sterling has engineered the world's first quantum-resistant digital asset, the Crown Sovereign token (CSOV).
  • The Crown Sovereign MainNet has been successfully launched alongside the Crown Sovereign wallet, which empowers users to secure data against quantum computing.

Saggezza Launches Quantum Computing Lab to Help Businesses Leap Into the Future

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

CHICAGO, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saggezza , a global technology solutions provider and consulting firm, today announces the launch of its quantum computing lab, which allows employees to experiment with paradigm-shifting quantum computing technology.

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  • CHICAGO, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saggezza , a global technology solutions provider and consulting firm, today announces the launch of its quantum computing lab, which allows employees to experiment with paradigm-shifting quantum computing technology.
  • Through the quantum computing lab, Saggezza employees utilize Braket, a fully managed quantum computing service through cloud computing giant Amazon Web Services.
  • Quantum computing is the future but we dont know what the future will look like quite yet, said Frank Trainer, Vice President of Process and Delivery at Saggezza.
  • Saggezza developed its quantum computing lab to promote its belief that innovation should be:
    Essential: Businesses of every size and in every industry can benefit from experimentation with new technologies.

Publication of Equity Research Initiation on Arqit

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Monday, July 19, 2021

Arqit Limited (Arqit), a global leader in quantum encryption technology, today welcomes the publication of an equity research report by Equity Development Limited, a London based investment research and advisory company.

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  • Arqit Limited (Arqit), a global leader in quantum encryption technology, today welcomes the publication of an equity research report by Equity Development Limited, a London based investment research and advisory company.
  • Arqit Limited (Arqit) supplies a unique quantum encryption Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) which secures the communications links of any networked device against current and future forms of attack even from a quantum computer.
  • This communication is being made in respect of the proposed transaction involving Arqit Limited (Arqit), Centricus Acquisition Corp. (Centricus) and Arqit Quantum Inc. (Pubco), a newly formed Cayman holding company.
  • New uncertainties and risks arise from time to time, and it is impossible for Arqit and Centricus to predict these events or how they may affect Arqit and Centricus.

SES-led Consortium to Define Luxembourg’s Quantum Communication Infrastructure for Europe

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210712005866/en/
    SES-led Consortium to Define Luxembourgs Quantum Communication Infrastructure for Europe (Photo: Business Wire)
    One of the LuxQCIs main functions will be to ensure quantum key distribution (QKD), an ultra-secure form of encryption that uses the principles of quantum mechanics.
  • Enabled via satellites, QKD can secure confidential data, power grids, government communications and digital transactions, including against attacks by quantum computers.
  • QCI will ultimately evolve into a Quantum Internet, linking quantum processors and sensors and enabling an EU-wide distributed quantum computing and communication capability.
  • Luxembourgs first national Quantum Communication Infrastructure will support the countrys ambitions within the EuroQCI strategy , resulting in a roadmap for its implementation.

Quantum Xchange Strengthens Priseda's National Private Network for Resiliency with Advanced Quantum Security

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Monday, July 12, 2021

and SILVER SPRING, Md., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Xchange , a leading provider of quantum-safe solutions, partnered with Priseda , the private and secure data company, to bring its groundbreaking Phio Trusted Xchange (TX) key delivery system to the Priseda Private Digital Network a fully managed, national private network built for client resiliency.

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  • and SILVER SPRING, Md., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Xchange , a leading provider of quantum-safe solutions, partnered with Priseda , the private and secure data company, to bring its groundbreaking Phio Trusted Xchange (TX) key delivery system to the Priseda Private Digital Network a fully managed, national private network built for client resiliency.
  • Quantum Xchange will provide a quantum-safe encryption architecture to secure the Priseda Network, and the data communications of its clients, with the strongest form of encryption available.
  • The Priseda Private Digital Network is a fully managed, national private network that provides uncommon network resiliency to its clients from media conglomerates to public utilities that require resilient connectivity and IT operations for mission critical services.
  • Quantum Xchange gives commercial enterprises and government agencies the ultimate solution for protecting data today and in the quantum future.

ADVA launches world’s first optical transport solution with post-quantum cryptography

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

ADVA (FSE: ADV) today launched the industrys first optical transport solution secured by post-quantum cryptography (PQC).

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  • ADVA (FSE: ADV) today launched the industrys first optical transport solution secured by post-quantum cryptography (PQC).
  • The FSP 3000 ConnectGuard optical encryption solution now protects data against cyberattacks from quantum computers that could break todays cryptographic algorithms.
  • Thats why weve invested so much time and energy into developing the worlds first transport solution ready for the challenges ahead, commented Jrg-Peter Elbers, SVP, advanced technology, ADVA.
  • By integrating PQC security into our FSP 3000 ConnectGuard optical encryption solution, were empowering our customers to protect their networks today against tomorrows threats.