Advances in Quantum-Enabled Cybersecurity

Dear Colleagues,

Quantum technologies have evolved from successful laboratory experiments to real-world implementation, with quantum key distribution probably being the most mature quantum-based technology available nowadays. Quantum random number generators, entangled or heralded photon-pair sources and single-photon detectors are other examples of quantum technologies available in the market. Considering the current state of the art of this rapidly expanding research field, it is easy to foresee a completely new set of functionalities and dedicated services to the information and communication society, enabled by such quantum technologies in a very disruptive way.

The aim of this Special Issue is to highlight the recent progress and trends in quantum technologies, with special focus on its applications to quantum key distribution, quantum commitment and quantum oblivious transfer protocols. The accepted papers will demonstrate a diversity of new developments in these areas. For this Special Issue, high-quality articles reporting original research results and survey articles of exceptional merit are welcome for submission, and it will let the readers of this journal to be aware of the most recent outcomes and trends of this fundamental research area.

Prof. Dr. Nuno Silva
Guest Editor

Dr. Mariana Ferreira Ramos
Guest Editor Assistant

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