Quantum Cryptography to prevent data 'hacking'

Date: 
16/12/2015

Through the AXA Chair, ICFO will conduct research focused on developing and implementing encryption systems based on quantum devices, with the aim of 100% secure data communications. Based on the use of quantum particles, these devices are able to code information in a way that is impossible to hack. As Professor Acín states, "To break these protocols would be to go against the laws of quantum physics, which is something that has never been achieved."

Watch the video "AXA Chair on Quantum Information Science" for more information about Prof. Acin's achievements and the scientific concepts of the chair and its impact on society:
The AXA Research Fund has awarded ICFO (The Institute of Photonic Sciences) funding for a Chair for a quantum information technology project that will focus on risks associated with data privacy. The chair has a budget of € 1.7 million and during the first 5 years, it will be led by Prof. Antonio Acín.
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http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/horizon2020/en/news/quantum-cryptography-prevent-data-hacking

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