WP6 Task 1 is currently reviewing network support requirements for Quantum Technology and quantum key distribution/exchange (QKD/QKE) technology in order to consider its applicability as a service for use by the GÉANT community. This page provides regular updates about this work and lists information about upcoming events.
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- Quantum Solutions, June 21, 2023
- Network Technologies Workshop, April 26, 2023 (includes presentation on Quantum Standardisation by Piotr Rydlichowski)
- Celebrating The World Quantum Day, April 14, 2023, see also Connect article
- more WP6 events
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News
New WP6 Training Series: Quantum Technology
WP6 started a new training series as part of the WP6 Network eAcademy which will focus on various aspects of Quantum Technology. The first learning unit "QuBits" is the introduction to a five part class (+ annex) on Quantum Algebra. The second unit is called “Quantum Algebra: Operator Multiplication: Variants” and guides you into the field of scalar multiplications, matrix multiplications and dyadic multiplications. The third learning unit “Quantum Algebra: Mathematical Operators” provides insight into various special mathematical operators (matrices) that are applied to QuBits (as vectors), and are used in many application cases, for example for entanglement and teleportation.
NEW UNITS Part 4 "Quantum Algebra: QuBit Entanglement" and part 5 "Quantum Algebra: Teleportation" are now available! Part 4 shows how coupled QuBits can be created from independent QuBits using the tools from the preceding learning units. In part 5 you can follow the teleportation of QuBit states as it is carried out in an almost "miraculous way" with the help of entangled QuBits - without material transport of the QuBits. To grasp the teleportation process there is first a qualitative description in part A which is then followed by a mathematical description of teleportation in part B.
GÉANT Whitepaper January 31, 2024
This document provides National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) in the GÉANT community with an overview of current issues related to Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), describing state-of-the-art solutions and ongoing technological challenges. (pdf)
Knowledge Hub: Quantum Standardisation
Find documents and latest links on standardisation information.
GÉANT Infoshare Nov 25, 2022
Quantum Key Distribution Deployments
This infoshare will present a feedback on the QKD deployment and the lab test performance results. Read more...
GNA-G Community VC Q1 2022
Mar 30, 2022
Mar 31, 2022
Presentation at the GNA-G Community VC Q1 2022 (the event and presentation take place twice to accommodate different time zones)
GÉANT Infoshares Oct. 13 & Oct 15, 2021
Oct 13, 2021
GÉANT Infoshare March 17, 2021
This second Infoshare will focus on the first use case of quantum communication: Quantum Cryptography and Quantum Key Distribution. In this first use case, the NREN community can play an important role by demonstrating how Quantum Key Distribution can be implemented in a production network context and a wide range of use cases. Our users (universities, science laboratories, ...) are already investigating these topics and there is an excellent opportunity for the NRENs to provide their support for these activities. Read more...
GÉANT Infoshare January 20, 2021
Quantum Technologies - Principles, Challenges and Applications.
The “first quantum revolution” focused more on understanding and predicting physical processes at nano scale. By the end of the 20th century, it had already led to tangible applications (Laser, light-emitting diode [LED], hard disk, atomic clock, …). Now during the 21st century, the 2nd quantum revolution aims to engineer quantum systems. The work is organized mainly around four fundamental scientific pillars: communication, computing, simulation, sensing & metrology (see European Strategic Research Agenda). Read more...
Quantum Technologies Status Overview, January 19, 2021
GÉANT Whitepaper January 19, 2021
This document presents an overview and principles of current quantum technologies: services, use cases (including Quantum Key Distribution), projects, initiatives and challenges. It also covers technology testing opportunities, initiatives and strategies for the GÉANT and NREN communities. (pdf)
The EuroQCI initiative was started in June 2019 with the objective to work together to link critical public communication assets all over the EU, in order to be able to transmit and store sensitive information securely, protect critical information infrastructure and boost Europe's strategic autonomy in this area. Read more...
Quantum Community News
Congressional Hearing on U.S. National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization
Since the U.S. National Quantum Initiative Act (NQIA) passed in 2018 has an initial authorization until September 2023, the U.S. House Science Committee will hold a hearing on June 14 as part of a reauthorization effort. Read more... With changes in technology and market there could be adjustments in the revision of the Act based upon the report from the National Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee as well as recent testimony to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology from several quantum experts. Read more on what to expect....
Australia National Quantum Strategy
Building a thriving future with Australia’s quantum advantage. May 2023. Read more...
QLFuture Hackathon
2 days workshop; registration started on April 27. The aim of this event is to collaborate with industry, encourage problem-solving-skills and team-work towards new ideas. Read more...A new 380 km-long intercity QKD infrastructure in Poland
Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PSNC) and ID Quantique (IDQ) established a new Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) link between Poznan and Warsaw. This link will provide new services for a number of applications such as telemedicine, medical data transmission, data storage and public services. Read more...
25 Quantum Cryptography & Encryption Companies [2022]
By James Dargan, Jan. 11, 2021, Exclusives, Quantum Computing Business
Follow this interesting article for an overview of the top 25 Quantum Cryptograpghy Comanies as listed by The Quantum Insider.
The Quantum Network Explorer
On November 19, 2021 QuTech (NL) officially launched an online tool for Quantum Networks - the Quantum Network Explorer (https://www.quantum-network.com/, visit launch event here). QuTech is one of the most important members behind the Quantum Internet Alliance Initiative.
Quantum Computing and Post-Quantum Cryptography
The National Security Agency provided a document with Frequently Asked Questions concerning Quantum Computing and Post-Quantum Cryptography. Read more...
Intergovernmental quantum communication between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia during G20 Meeting
The demonstration showed audio-video communication with encrypted quantum access 'keys' involving the cities of Trieste, Ljubljana and Rijeka. Read more...
e-INFRA CZ consortium demonstrates first inter-city quantum key distribution
The demonstration of QKD distribution took place between Ostrava in the Czech Republic and Cieszyn in Poland and was therefore not only an inter-city, but also a cross-border implementation over a total distance of 75 km. The quantum channel was established over this fibre-optic route with an average quantum error rate of 2.19%. Read more...