DigiCert to launch World Quantum Readiness Day in 2024
DigiCert, a global digital trust provider, has revealed plans for the inaugural World Quantum Readiness Day scheduled for 26 September 2024. This is a significant step towards aligning current global security infrastructures with the impending implementation of quantum computing. The Australian Government's considerable investments in this technology are indications of a wider acceptance of additional computational power that has yet to be fully explored.
Deepika Chauhan, Chief Product Officer at DigiCert, indicates that the event goes beyond merely marking a date. "With World Quantum Readiness Day, we're not just marking a date on the calendar; we're beginning a global dialogue on the necessity of immediate, concerted action to embrace and secure our quantum future," she stated.
Quantum computing, offering unparalleled computational power, is set to renovate diverse industries by exponentially speeding up certain tasks. However, the imminent advance also flags major threats to existing cryptographic standards. The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) emphasises the potential for quantum computing to expose vulnerabilities in current cryptographic algorithms safeguarding data. Consequently, the call for proactive measures in the face of these potential quantum-related threats can't be underplayed.
World Quantum Readiness Day is designed as a moment for global entities and governments to evaluate their readiness for the quantum age. The event lays bare the urgent need to adopt post-quantum cryptography (PQC) standards under development by premier institutions including NIST to shield against future quantum-related vulnerabilities.
DigiCert is at the helm of this crucial movement, encouraging a cooperative approach for a quantum-secure future. By aligning with industry forerunners, and leveraging shared expertise, DigiCert aims to steer a comprehensive transition towards quantum readiness to reduce risks and ensure perpetual security in the digital space.
Chauhan further highlighted the need for a reassessment of current cyber security frames in the quantum context. "Quantum computing holds the key to unlocking new horizons across various sectors, but it also demands a fundamental re-evaluation of our cybersecurity frameworks," she said.
As shared in a statement, DigiCert is inviting all to learn what post-quantum readiness implies and to take action towards safeguarding the future of digital trust, fulfilling its commitment to provide guidance, resources, and solutions to navigate post-quantum complexities.
