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HellasQCI and Nokia lead way to the future of Quantum-Safe Networks

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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Nokia successfully demonstrated hybrid key generation using both classic and quantum physics to generate and distribute Quantum-Safe keys for encrypted optical services.

Key Points: 
  • Nokia successfully demonstrated hybrid key generation using both classic and quantum physics to generate and distribute Quantum-Safe keys for encrypted optical services.
  • Today, governments and research organizations are investing in the technology to address issues such as sustainability, defense, and other societal challenges.
  • The Nokia QSN solution showcased the value added by the Nokia Security Management Server (SMS) to orchestrate Quantum-Safe keys and provide continuous monitoring and management of quantum secured connectivity.
  • Test environments like this are crucial to ensure networks are ready for quantum-level cybersecurity attacks, which are inevitable as quantum computing becomes more accessible around the world.