Title: ETSI Standardizes Quantum Key Distribution for Secure Communications
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is developing standards for Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology to secure next-generation telecommunications networks. QKD allows secure key exchange between parties without relying on computational complexity, making it immune to future quantum computer threats.
Key points:
– ETSI is bringing together key stakeholders from science, industry, and commerce to standardize QKD
– The work focuses on specifying QKD system interfaces, security requirements, and optical characterization
– The goal is to make QKD a robust, deployable solution for protecting future communications networks
The standards will help ensure interoperability and security of QKD systems, enabling their widespread adoption in protecting sensitive communications from both current and future threats.
Source: https://www.etsi.org/committee/qkd
Keywords: Optical Characterization, Quantum Cryptography, Quantum Key Distribution, Robust Solution, Standardization Issues
