Edge computing allows different technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), vehicle-to-vehicle communications(V V), Industrial IOT (IIOT) to connect to the cloud computing to facilitate end users. The edge networks uses low bandwidth, and enhances the processing speed. With more number of IoT devices connected in the network the privacy of data stored at the edge server also under threat. Authentication is a major challenge which is be addressed to provide security and privacy to IoT devices connected in the network. The existing works uses cryptographic algorithms to solve the authentication problems, but with increase in growth of quantum computers and quantum computing, breaking the complex cryptographic algorithm is not an issue. Hence one should adopt the quantum approach to provide authentication in edge network. The proposed work uses quantum key and context information of IoT devices to store in the edge server using blockchain, which proves to be more secure. The performance analysis shows that it is better with respect to registration, encryption, decryption and authentication of IoT devices.
Edge computing allows different technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), vehicle-to-vehicle communications(V V), Industrial IOT (IIOT) to connect to the cloud computing to facilitate end users. The edge networks uses low bandwidth, and enhances the processing speed. With more number of IoT devices connected in the network the privacy of data stored at the edge server also under threat. Authentication is a major challenge which is be addressed to provide security and privacy to IoT devices connected in the network. The existing works uses cryptographic algorithms to solve the authentication problems, but with increase in growth of quantum computers and quantum computing, breaking the complex cryptographic algorithm is not an issue. Hence one should adopt the quantum approach to provide authentication in edge network. The proposed work uses quantum key and context information of IoT devices to store in the edge server using blockchain, which proves to be more secure. The performance analysis shows that it is better with respect to registration, encryption, decryption and authentication of IoT devices.
The rapid expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT) has driven the need for advanced computational frameworks capable of handling the complex data processing and security challenges that modern IoT applications demand. However, traditional cloud computing frameworks face significant latency, scalability, and security issues. Quantum-Edge Cloud Computing (QECC) offers an innovative solution by integrating the computational power of quantum computing with the low-latency advantages of edge computing and the scalability of cloud computing resources. This study is grounded in an extensive literature review, performance improvements, and metrics data from Bangladesh, focusing on smart city infrastructure, healthcare monitoring, and the industrial IoT sector. The discussion covers vital elements, including integrating quantum cryptography to enhance data security, the critical role of edge computing in reducing response times, and cloud computing's ability to support large-scale IoT networks with its extensive resources. Through case studies such as the application of quantum sensors in autonomous vehicles, the practical impact of QECC is demonstrated. Additionally, the paper outlines future research opportunities, including developing quantum-resistant encryption techniques and optimizing quantum algorithms for edge computing. The convergence of these technologies in QECC has the potential to overcome the current limitations of IoT frameworks, setting a new standard for future IoT applications.
Internet of Things (IoT) devices are going to be the primary data source in smart cities, often generating and communicating critical, sensitive, and private data that face threats of confidentiality breaches due to the rise of quantum computers. Even though NIST has approved post-quantum cryptography (PQC) schemes that promise to protect from quantum computer threats, these schemes can not be implemented efficiently on IoT devices, which often have computational and memory constraints. Hence, due to the substantial key size requirements and computationally intensive nature of PQC schemes, their direct deployment on IoT devices within smart city architecture is impeded by inherent computational and storage limitations. Consequently, it is imperative to devise PQC-based, resource-efficient authentication protocols tailored to IoT devices operating within smart cities. In this paper, we propose an offloading scheme that uses PQ Edge Server (PQES) for the network that performs PQC-related computation and memory operations for IoT devices in the network. The suggested technique transfers all storage and processing responsibilities from IoT devices in a network to ensure their normal operation and performance without any compromise. PQES generates a distinct PQ key pair for every network device and oversees a separate stream for each device. Therefore, IoT devices in the network may function without cryptographic processes, improving their efficiency by removing the need for conventional cryptography. Our results show that the proposed scheme reduces RAM usage to 1.05 KB and CPU usage to 1.75%, with maximum CPU context switches of 92.8. The proposed scheme uses TCP, a transport layer protocol, which is applicable to lightweight end devices without application-level protocols like HTTP or MQTT. When benchmarked on a Raspberry Pi, the PQES can handle 1000 concurrent connections and use a maximum of 73.5% of RAM. In comparison, previous research used at least 5.1 MB of RAM for one concurrent connection and may use up to 552.6 MB of RAM for 1000 concurrent connections. The maximum CPU usage for our method was 1.75%, whereas the previous proposal had a utilization of 67.1%. The greatest CPU context switches for our system were 92.8, far lower than the 3449 observed for the usual approach. Hence, our proposed scheme reduces the computational, memory, and network load for IoT devices by manifolds and increases device performance while providing PQC security.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is expanding rapidly, which has created a need for sophisticated computational frameworks that can handle the data and security requirements inherent in modern IoT applications. However, traditional cloud computing frameworks have struggled with latency, scalability, and security vulnerabilities. Quantum-Edge Cloud Computing (QECC) is a new paradigm that effectively addresses these challenges by combining the computational power of quantum computing, the low-latency benefits of edge computing, and the scalable resources of cloud computing. This study has been conducted based on a published literature review, performance improvements, and metrics data from Bangladesh on smart city infrastructure, healthcare monitoring, and the industrial IoT sector. We have discussed the integration of quantum cryptography to enhance data integrity, the role of edge computing in reducing response times, and how cloud computing's resource abundance can support large IoT networks. We examine case studies, such as the use of quantum sensors in self-driving vehicles, to illustrate the real-world impact of QECC. Furthermore, the paper identifies future research directions, including developing quantum-resistant encryption and optimizing quantum algorithms for edge computing. The convergence of these technologies in QECC promises to overcome the existing limitations of IoT frameworks and set a new standard for the future of IoT applications.
The Internet of Things (IoT) has rapidly transformed industries by enabling the interconnectivity of devices and the real-time exchange of data. However, as IoT networks continue to scale, the limitations of traditional edge and cloud computing architectures—such as latency, security concerns, and scalability challenges—become more pronounced. This article explores the emerging role of quantum computing in addressing these challenges and advancing the evolution of edge and cloud solutions for IoT systems. By leveraging the unique capabilities of quantum computing, including superposition, entanglement, and quantum parallelism, IoT systems can achieve enhanced data processing speeds, improved security, and more efficient resource management. This article discusses the potential benefits of integrating quantum computing with edge and cloud infrastructures, focusing on use cases in real-time analytics, secure communication, and advanced machine learning for IoT applications. Additionally, it examines the technical, ethical, and regulatory challenges that need to be addressed for the successful deployment of quantum-edge cloud solutions. Finally, the article highlights the importance of collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers to drive the development of quantum-enabled IoT systems. The findings suggest that quantum computing will play a pivotal role in the next generation of IoT infrastructure, unlocking new possibilities for smarter, more responsive, and secure IoT ecosystems.
The augmented growth of the Internet of things (IoT) has brought an enormous surge in data generation requiring highly efficient, secure and scalable computational architectures. While conventional cloud computing is a widely used solution, it struggles with various issues like bandwidth constraints, latency and security vulnerabilities. Edge computing alleviates some of these concerns by processing the data closer to its source but time and again it is limited by restricted computational power. Quantum Edge Cloud Computing (QECC) presents a groundbreaking approach by assimilating the power of quantum computing with edge and cloud infrastructure to improve IoT performance. This study caverns the synergy between quantum computing, cloud computing and edge computing, foregrounding how this synergy can strengthen the IoT ecosystems. It examines the advantage of quantum assisted edge-cloud frameworks, investigates the advancements in cyber security through cryptographic methods and discusses plausible real-world applications. Additionally, the paper also features existing technological challenges, traces future research directions and suggests strategies required to realize a truly secure, intelligent and adaptive computing framework for IoT.
Internet of Things (IoT) devices are becoming increasingly ubiquitous in many sectors, resulting in a significant increase in the number of IoT devices. Due to the increasing availability of high-capacity storage devices at cost-effective prices, attackers can feasibly store intercepted data now and decrypt it later using advanced quantum computing techniques. In this paper, an innovative approach is presented for the efficient implementation of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in extreme edge IoT nodes. This strategy leverages context-aware security (CAS), a strategy that allows the systems to react to threats based on information collected from it environment. The use of CAS allows the network to adjust its security measures based on real-time events detected by sensors. Furthermore, the risk posed by quantum computer attacks has been assessed, leading to the design incorporating encryption algorithms that are currently considered resistant to quantum computing attacks. This paper proposes the implementation of a prototype network that employs CAS and utilizes PQC.