IonQ Rolls Out Slovakia's First Quantum-secure Network

IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) is among the best hardware stocks to buy according to analysts. On December 8, IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) announced the deployment of Slovakia’s pioneer quantum communication network, developed in partnership with the Institute of Physics, Slovak Academy of Sciences (IPSAS). This advanced system, built on a strong hybrid architecture, will positively contribute to the national cybersecurity infrastructure and support Europe’s quantum digital initiatives.

The Slovak Quantum Communication Infrastructure (skQCI) project strengthens Slovakia’s contribution to the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI) program. This initiative marks a key milestone in building a secure quantum-resistant communication backbone for all European Union (EU) member states and territories.

As stated by Niccolo de Masi, CEO of IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ),

“By combining IonQ’s quantum-safe networking capabilities with the scientific leadership of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, we are building a secure, resilient, and state-of-the-art quantum communication network that can serve as a model for Europe.”

The Slovak Quantum Communication Infrastructure project ties together several metropolitan and remote sites through a quantum key distribution architecture. The network employs a hybrid system integrating quantum key distribution and post-quantum cryptography.

Earlier on December 1, IonQ Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) disclosed its investment partnership with the Centre for Commercialization of Regenerative Medicine (CCRM) to power next-generation therapeutic development, utilising cutting-edge hybrid quantum and quantum-AI technologies.

IonQ, Inc. (NYSE:IONQ) is a Maryland-based developer of quantum computers and networks. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in quantum-safe networking and quantum detection systems.

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