Quantum Communication Technology (QCT) presents a transformative approach to communication and data security by leveraging quantum mechanics. While countries such as the United States, China, and the European Union are advancing rapidly in this field, Malaysia remains in the early stages of development. However, its acceptance in Malaysia remains underexplored. This study employs the Technology Readiness and Acceptance Model (TRAM) model to examine key factors influencing QCT acceptance, including optimism, innovativeness, discomfort, insecurity, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use. Understanding readiness is crucial since it determines the acceptance of QCT. This study will contribute to ongoing discussions on QCT by fostering research initiatives and promoting technological advancements in Malaysia. The proposed framework from this study could be served as guideline in implementing QCT in Malaysia. This study provides input to the government and stakeholders such as industries in formulating strategies to implement QCT. This study also contributes to the body of knowledge in QCT field.
Quantum Communication Technology (QCT) presents a transformative approach to communication and data security by leveraging quantum mechanics. While countries such as the United States, China, and the European Union are advancing rapidly in this field, Malaysia remains in the early stages of development. However, its acceptance in Malaysia remains underexplored. This study employs the Technology Readiness and Acceptance Model (TRAM) model to examine key factors influencing QCT acceptance, including optimism, innovativeness, discomfort, insecurity, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use. Understanding readiness is crucial since it determines the acceptance of QCT. This study will contribute to ongoing discussions on QCT by fostering research initiatives and promoting technological advancements in Malaysia. The proposed framework from this study could be served as guideline in implementing QCT in Malaysia. This study provides input to the government and stakeholders such as industries in formulating strategies to implement QCT. This study also contributes to the body of knowledge in QCT field.
The Quantum Communication Technology (QCT) industry is growing aggressively at the global level, but the implementation of this technology is not yet clear in Malaysia. This qualitative study reviews the awareness and readiness among regulators, industry players and an academia on development of QCT in Malaysia. This study conducted a focus group discussion involving twelve experts representing regulators, industry players and academicians who have extensive background and knowledge in cybersecurity. This study found that most of the respondents have basic understanding on the QCT and they are also aware on the and QCT development. In this study, respondents demonstrated varying levels of awareness of Quantum Communication Technology (QCT), with 8 out of 12 having prior knowledge. The study emphasizes the need for enhanced education and promotion in Malaysia to foster QCT adoption across sectors. Themes further explore the challenges of QCT implementation, particularly the high cost and evolving cybersecurity landscape. Recommendations include government involvement, cost-benefit analyses, continuous cybersecurity improvement, and top-down support to ensure successful QCT integration, especially in the telecommunications sector, where the high-cost poses challenges. The study underscores the significance of education, government collaboration, and financial support for effective QCT implementation in Malaysia
The transfer of information from one single device to another has been more secure in recent years through to the development of quantum communication technology (QCT) in a variety of technological uses. Preparing for this new, emerging sector is important since information communication technology (ICT) in the future will certainly depend on QCT, which is built on quantum physics laws to secure the transfer of information. Future quantum technology will not only optimize computers and the internet but also change the way we communicate. This study discusses the importance and impact of QCT in the context of national security, framework, and policy. Furthermore, this paper also discusses the latest research trends of QCT in several countries including the United States, Canada, and China that Malaysia can learn from. In addition to that, this paper traces the development of QCT policy in other countries along with the existing development of security policy and framework in Malaysia. Finally, this paper discusses the importance of QCT with recommendations.
Quantum communication technology is emerging as a transformative area in telecommunications, with the potential to revolutionize how data is transmitted, secured, and processed globally.The global quantum computing and communication market is expected to grow rapidly as major technology firms are contributing to the development of quantum communication hardware and software, signaling the commercial potential of such technology. This paper presents a comparative study of quantum communication across different regions (China, the United States, and the European Union). The result indicates distinct approaches, technological advancements, and strategic goals.
Quantum communication is a key to information security, which has a wide range of applications in military, financial, and social development. Understanding the technological emergence in advance would contribute to gain full socio-economic benefits and reducing risk. This research attempts to explore the emergence of quantum communication from the bibliometric perspective. By analyzing the patent from the Derwent Innovation Index, this research analyzes the development phase, the technology emergence, the main contributors’ network, the distribution of regions, and technology categories of quantum communication. The results show that quantum communication is in the growth phase according to the theory of the technology life cycle. China, the United States, and Japan are the leading countries. This research also identifies the main patent assignees and their collaboration networks. By introducing the technological emergence indicators, this research identifies four emerging topics in quantum communication and analyzes the layout of main patent assignees within these topics. This research would contribute to the endeavour of scientific communities toward the development of quantum communication.
Amid the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025 (IYQ 2025), a significant portion of global funding has been dedicated to various quantum initiatives, with over 30 countries announcing their respective quantum strategies. Within the Southeast Asia context, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines have launched their respective quantum strategies and roadmaps. Meanwhile, six out of eleven Southeast Asia countries have expressed interest in formulating a regional quantum ecosystem to pursue a set of common goals. Quantum technologies, though still in their infancy within the second quantum revolution, have advanced rapidly in recent years. Due to their dual-use nature, quantum technologies are considered emerging and disruptive, often raising concerns from the cybersecurity perspective. While several discussions regarding Malaysia's quantum initiative and strategy are ongoing, it is vital to broaden the conversation and position Malaysia within the regional ecosystem. This paper provides an overview of Malaysia's quantum landscape and a summary of the regional initiatives since the establishment of Southeast Asia Quantum Network. We then analyse Malaysia's strengths in quantum research and provide four recommendations to strengthen the regional ecosystem.
In the rapidly evolving field of quantum communication, the regulatory framework plays a crucial role in ensuring security, standardization, and international cooperation. This article examines various approaches employed by countries to regulate quantum communication. The purpose of this research is to comprehensively analyze and compare different international approaches to the regulation of quantum communication to identify key features characteristic of the current stage of development and regulation of quantum communication, as well as to develop recommendations for optimizing and improving regulatory governance in this area. The methodological basis of the study consisted of general scientific and special methods. A detailed study of various legal documents, strategies, and standards related to quantum communication was conducted using the following general scientific methods: analysis, synthesis, induction, and system analysis. Among the special legal methods used was the comparative legal method, which made it possible to identify general trends, differences, and unique approaches in the regulation of quantum communication, as well as the formal-legal method for studying legal categories and legislative techniques used in various acts in the studied area. The study systematically examines legislative measures, government policies, and industry standards to determine the relationship between technological innovation and regulatory governance in the field of quantum communication. The research revealed that the regulation of quantum communication is primarily carried out at the level of strategic documents, such as national roadmaps, which contain recommendations and guidelines for regulating quantum communication. It was found that technical standards play a vital role in the development of quantum communication, with this development occurring at both national and international levels. Special groups and centers have been established for the effective implementation, development, and regulation of quantum communication, which allows for the identification of social, legal, political, and ethical issues. The main conclusions include the need to monitor administrative barriers, identify priority sectors for the implementation of quantum communication, and recognize quantum communication as a dual-use technology. It is recommended that an international certification and tracking system be created for quantum communication devices for export and import control purposes.