Within the coming three years quantum proof communication becomes reality across the Nordic region. Sensitive data will be safeguarded by integrating quantum safe systems into existing communication infrastructures. Confidential information, including ministerial and diplomatic correspondence, may now be securely transferred avoiding hacking or intrusive attempts.
The QCI.dk-Cross Border project extends the EuroQCI initiative by connecting existing ‘islands’ of national quantum communications infrastructures (QCIs) already deployed between 2023-2026. By creating a bridge between these infrastructures in Sweden and Poland, linking Denmark, Sweden (and potentially Finland) to the broader European quantum network, including all the 27 EU member states at the final stage.
The objective is to create an infrastructure for the secure exchange of encryption keys, based on Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technologies, enhancing communication security and identity confirmation. The project is developing cross-border quantum networks, ensuring interoperability with the EuroQCI’s space segment, and managing encryption keys securely.
Partners:
- Danmarks Tekniske Universitet – coordinator,
- Poznan Supercomputing and Networking Center affiliated with the IBCH PAS
- European Spallation Source ERIC,
- Vetenskapsradet – Swedish Research Council,
- Koszalin University of Technology,
- Global Connect AAS – affiliate partner.
