Ayesa develops an innovative quantum encryption services platform

Quantum key distribution and post-quantum cryptography will be crucial in ensuring the protection of information in critical sectors such as finance, defense, and telecommunications.

Ayesa, a global provider of technology and engineering services, is developing an innovative quantum encryption services platform funded by the National Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE) through European Next Generation funds. The project aims to advance the protection of information in highly sensitive digital environments.

Quantum encryption is a security technology based on the principles of quantum mechanics. Unlike traditional cryptography –which is vulnerable to future attacks by quantum computers– quantum encryption utilizes superposition and entanglement to ensure that any attempt to intercept communication alters the state of the data and is immediately detected.

This development is crucial in a context where quantum computing is advancing rapidly and threatening to render current methods obsolete. The implementation of quantum security solutions, such as quantum key distribution (QKD) and post-quantum cryptography (PQC), is essential to guarantee the protection of information in critical sectors such as finance, defense, and telecommunications.

As part of this challenge, Ayesa is working on several key areas aimed at improving the efficiency and security of quantum encryption systems. These include research into Quantum Machine Learning (QML) techniques, with a focus on exploring and developing quantum learning models, particularly Encoder-Decoder algorithms and those offering a demonstrable quantum advantage.

Another line of research involves threat hunting in OT and IT systems using AI algorithms, as well as the implementation of PQC (Post-Quantum Cryptography) algorithms, integrating them into various use cases to prepare systems for resilience against attacks from quantum computers.

Progress is also being made in PQC key exchange, enhancing security through a dual layer of protection based on hybrid cryptography, applicable to protocols such as OPC UA and FTP. Furthermore, the development of a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) platform is underway, which will simulate a complete network with virtual nodes replaceable by real hardware.

A step forward in quantum cybersecurity

With this project, Ayesa strengthens its commitment to research and development in advanced cybersecurity, positioning itself at the forefront of using quantum technologies and artificial intelligence to protect information. Its participation in the INCIBE challenge demonstrates the company’s ability to lead innovative solutions in a key area for the digital security of the future.