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Arqit builds quantum-safe networks for evolving telecom threats
Arqit partners with telcos and Intel to deploy quantum-safe encryption for telecom networks, SD-WAN, and undersea cables.
Headline
Arqit partners with telcos and Intel to deploy quantum-safe encryption for telecom networks, SD-WAN, and undersea cables.
Context
Arqit , founded over five years ago, is working closely with carriers and enterprises to prepare networks against the looming threat of quantum computer attacks (“Q-Day”). Capacity Media reports that Andy Leaver (CEO) and Dr Daniel Shiu (chief cryptographer) explain how public-key encryption’s vulnerabilities are now a pressing concern for telcos. The company has executed proof-of-concepts with Italian telecommunications firm Sparkle . It is also partnering with Vodafone via its Tomorrow Street innovation hub, offering quantum-safe solutions to Vodafone’s enterprise customer base.
Evidence
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Analysis
Arqit’s technology includes a symmetric key encryption platform described by Leaver as “the gold standard” for securing diverse environments—from air-gapped systems to cloud and SD-WAN. It integrates with Intel’s platforms, including Xeon processors, and works towards ensuring secure, high-performance IPsec resistant to quantum attacks. Also read: Tintel, and Argit boost quantum-safe security with cloud-based solution Also read: GSMA says mobile industry must cut emissions faster Telecommunications increasingly underpin critical infrastructure: data centres, undersea cables, cloud services and financial systems all depend on encryption. With quantum computing advancing, the risk that adversaries could record encrypted data now and decrypt it later (the “store-now-decrypt-later” threat) becomes significant. Arqit’s work addresses these risks proactively.
Key Points
- Arqit partners with telcos including Vodafone, Sparkle and Intel to deliver quantum-safe encryption solutions ahead of “Q-Day”.
- The startup offers symmetric-key platforms that protect networks, SD-WANs and undersea cables against future quantum risks.
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