Whispering Quantum Keys … Is QKD Still Viable as PQC? — with Vanesa Diaz of LuxQuanta
About this episode
The episode discusses the viability of quantum key distribution in the context of post-quantum cryptography with guest Vanesa Diaz.
We cover post-quantum cryptography (PQC) regularly on this show, focusing on the new math-based ciphers that will secure the Internet as quantum computing becomes more powerful. But what about physics-based encryption or quantum key distribution (QKD)? Is that still a thing? We examine how exploiting the laws of quantum physics can securely exchange encryption keys over a fiber and explore the benefits of the newer continuous-variable QKD. CVQKD leverages off-the-shelf telecom components for affordability, integrates with existing data networks, achieves higher key-generation rates, and reaches distances of up to 100 kilometers without requiring dark fibers. Real-world demos include securely linking hospitals in Madrid for remote consultations via Telefonica's network, and there could be a future where QKD devices are integrated into our home routers, democratizing quantum security. Join host Konstantinos Karagiannis for a wide-ranging chat with Vanesa Diaz from LuxQuanta. For more information on LuxQuanta, visit https://www.luxquanta.com/. Visit Protiviti at www.protiviti.com/US-en/technology-consulting/quantum-computing-services to learn more about how Protiviti is helping…
People in this episode
Host: Konstantinos Karagiannis
Guest: Vanesa Diaz
Topics covered
- post-quantum cryptography
- quantum key distribution
- continuous-variable QKD
- quantum security
- telecom components
Keywords
- quantum key distribution
- post-quantum cryptography
- continuous-variable QKD
- encryption keys
- fiber optics
- telecom
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: LuxQuanta, Telefonica, Protiviti
Places: Madrid
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