The 6th ETSI-IQC Quantum-Safe Cryptography Workshop was held in Beijing, bringing together business leaders, technical experts, and researchers to discuss the growing threat of quantum computers to current cybersecurity systems. The workshop featured an executive track for business leaders and a technical track for those involved in cryptographic standardization.
Key points:
– Quantum computers could break current encryption methods, threatening cybersecurity
– Workshop aimed to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration on quantum-safe solutions
– Featured high-profile speakers from industry, government, and academia
– Focused on identifying research needs and showcasing cutting-edge solutions
The workshop emphasized the urgent need for new quantum-safe cryptographic standards to protect against future quantum threats, with discussions on post-quantum algorithms and quantum-safe blockchain solutions.
Source: https://www.etsi.org/events/1296-etsi-iqc-quantum-safe-workshop-2018
Keywords: quantum-safe, cryptography, standardization, cyber threat, quantum computers
