Thales, IBM, Keyfactor, and Quantinuum Join Forces in the Quantum-Safe 360 Alliance for Enhanced Cybersecurity Solutions.

Thales, IBM, Keyfactor, and Quantinuum have established the Quantum-Safe 360 Alliance to expedite the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC). This collaboration arises from concerns that quantum computers could potentially compromise current encryption standards by 2030, which is five years sooner than previously anticipated. Blair Canavan, the alliances director for the PQC cyber security product portfolio at Thales, emphasised that addressing the challenges of quantum readiness requires a collective effort. The alliance aims to leverage decades of expertise in hardware security modules (HSM), high-speed encryption, and key management to create a comprehensive roadmap for organisations preparing for post-quantum security.

The Quantum-Safe 360 Alliance has also published its inaugural white paper titled “Digital Trust and Cybersecurity in the Era of Quantum Computing.” This document serves as a guide for organisations embarking on their journey towards implementing post-quantum cryptography. The alliance underscores the urgency of this transition, stating that quantum computing is no longer a distant possibility but an imminent reality. It is crucial for organisations to begin their preparations to protect sensitive data against the evolving landscape of cyber threats. 

Categories: Post-Quantum Cryptography, Cybersecurity Collaboration, Quantum Computing Threats 

Tags: Alliance, Cryptography, Transition, Security, Encryption, Threats, Expertise, Roadmap, Computing, Data