QKD-PQC: Securing Key Transfers for Application Layer Utilization

Papadopoulos, Homer, Korakis, Antonis

Published Sep 5, 2024• 0 citations

Abstract

This presentation provides hands-on knowledge and case studies on the real-world implementation of quantum cryptography and QKD networks and it was used during the HellasQCI Training Event in Crete 2024 - Axis 2 QKD & PQC for Cybersecurity (05/09/2024). The related video is available here: QKD-PQC: Securing Key Transfers for Application Layer Utilization

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17974866

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