Quantum Technologies : Trends and Implications for Cyber Defense / edited by Julian Jang-Jaccard, Philippe Caroff, Evan Blezinger, Valentin Mulder, Alain Mermoud, Vincent Lenders.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jang-Jaccard, Julian.

Series:

Computer Science Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Data protection.

Quantum computers.

Data and Information Security.

Quantum Computing.

Local Subjects:

Data and Information Security.

Quantum Computing.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (329 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2026.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2026.

Summary:

This open access book invites readers to explore the emerging opportunities and strategic significance of quantum technologies in the context of cybersecurity. It collects the latest trends and insights into the evolution of quantum computing and quantum communication, offering valuable guidance. To this end, it brings together comprehensive trends, research, and insights from more than 40 leading experts from around the globe to provide a deep understanding of the opportunities, challenges, and implications of quantum technologies for cyber defence. Divided in three parts, the book examines core advancements in various types of quantum technologies and also addresses the key obstacles that limit progress. It explores the potential disruptions to current cryptographic standards alongside potential solutions, as well as global quantum strategies and tools designed to monitor trends in quantum technologies. This is the third book in a series published by the Technology Monitoring (TM) team of the Cyber-Defence Campus. It serves as a resource for researchers, cybersecurity specialists, policymakers, and industry leaders navigating the rapidly evolving quantum landscape. It aims to foster informed decision-making and encourage collaboration across sectors.

Contents:

Part I Quantum Computing: Chapter 1 Superconducting Qubits

Chapter 2 Trapped-Ion Quantum Computers

Chapter 3 Quantum Computing with Neutral Atoms

Chapter 4 Quantum Computing with Semiconductor Spin

Chapter 5 Quantum Error Control and Mitigation Strategies

Chapter 6 Quantum Optimization

Chapter 7 Quantum Annealing

Chapter 8 Quantum Machine Learning

Chapter 9 Enabling and Accelerating Quantum Computing with AI Supercomputing

Part II Quantum Communication: Chapter 10 Quantum Threats

Chapter 11 Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNG)

Chapter 12 Trends in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD)

Chapter 13 Migrating to Quantum Key Distribution

Chapter 14 Post-Quantum Cryptography

Chapter 15 Quantum Readiness: Recommendations for Enterprises

Chapter 16 Perspective on the QKD versus PQC debate

Chapter 17 Quantum Technologies for Space Applications

Part III Quantum Technology Ecosystem Analysis: Chapter 18 Global Quantum Strategies

Chapter 19 Investment Trends in Quantum Computing

Chapter 20 Analysis of Quantum Trends in Open Software Repositories and Financial News

Chapter 21 Bibliometric Analysis of Convergence of Quantum Technologies

Chapter 22 Quantum Ecosystem of Switzerland

Part IV Conclusion.

ISBN:

3-031-90727-2

9783031907272