Waterloo Researchers Make Progress on Quantum Security

Waterloo research group makes progress on trusted quantum encryption.

As quantum computers become more powerful, today’s encryption could become easy to break, putting sensitive data at risk. 

University of Waterloo scientists are helping to fix that by reviewing and improving the math behind “quantum encryption,” a next-generation security method that could protect our information, even from future quantum attacks.

The team’s work marks a significant step toward making quantum-secure communications trustworthy and ready for real-world use, setting the stage for safer banking, government, and personal privacy.

"This research, funded by Bundesdruckerei GmbH, has the potential to set the standard for secure quantum cryptography globally and shows how Canada’s quantum talent benefits research and development worldwide."

— Dr. Norbert Lütkenhaus, IQC Executive Director & Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy

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