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QKD - with quantum technologies to the secure internet of the future

How can data be transferred securely?

The security of data traffic is a major challenge for modern society in the context of advancing digitalisation. In the foreseeable future, powerful quantum computers will be ready for use that are capable of breaking the encryption methods commonly used today, which are based on the complexity of mathematical calculations. 

Business and society therefore need solutions that can meet the security requirements of the coming years and decades. Quantum encryption stands out in particular. It makes it possible to trace the security of data transmission back to the validity of fundamental laws of quantum physics and, in conjunction with quantum computer-resistant encryption methods, is thus the method of choice for protecting sensitive information of critical infrastructures such as financial systems, telecommunications networks, electricity and water supply, transport networks, industrial plants, federal authorities. 

QuNET - satellite-based quantum technology for secure communication

The mission of QuNET is to make the communications of the future secure against eavesdropping and tampering.

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QUBE - secure satellite communication with quantum keys

The aim of the research network QUBE is to develop and demonstrate core technologies for worldwide tap-proof communication using satellite-based quantum key distribution.

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