The Cyprus Quantum Communication Infrastructure (CYQCI) project will be the first to address the deployment of quantum communications in Cyprus, introducing the technology to the island and setting the foundation for active participation of the country in the EuroQCI. Through this project, CYQCI will: deploy an advanced experimental quantum network, demonstrate use-cases whose security is vital for the operation of the country: ● set the foundation for EU connectivity via the development of an optical ground station (OGS) ● kick-start local research and innovation through the development of pilot hardware and software supporting the functionality of the network ● support the EU technological autonomy by procuring its critical equipment from EU suppliers ● contribute to the international standardisation efforts for quantum communications. The proposed network spans across the three major cities of the island, exploiting the currently deployed optical communication network and demonstrating a minimum of 6 use-cases and 11 end-users, for the applications of safeguarding the communication between public organisations, critical infrastructure, academic institutions and industrial services. The national location for low-earth orbit satellite tracking will be connected to the fibre network, while the preparation and installation procedures for a fully operational OGS will be undertaken. Finally, a quantum communications competence centre will be established to offer widely available research, education and training courses, and support to prospective innovation as to contribute to the EU supply chain for relevant technologies and services. To achieve the realisation of the set objectives and work plan, the consortium has been formed to involve all necessary beneficiaries including two academic institutions, public authorities responsible for digital security and research and innovation, and the incumbent national terrestrial and satellite network provider.
External link for CYQCI
Limassol, CY
#CYQCI project coordinators have participated in the 3rd training organised by HellasQCI engaging in fruitful discussions over the future steps.
It’s a wrap for the 1st day of the 3rd #HellasQCI Training Event! A huge thank you to our exceptional speakers and panelists and the great audience participating in person and remotely! 📣Quick Stats 📣 ✅250 participants (120 physical & 130 online) ✅34 speakers ✅4 panels #hellasqci #euroqci
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🌟 NatQCIs Panel Discussion! 🌟 📅 4-5 September 2024 📍 Crete, Greece Excited that CYQCI, PRISM EuroQCI, Portuguese Quantum Communications Infrastructure - PTQCI, Romanian National Quantum Communication Infrastructure and EstQCI are joining us during the 3rd #HellasQCI Training Event. In total, 11 #NatQCIs convene in two different groups to discuss the “Challenges ahead on the road to EuroQCI” in order to better prepare for the full deployment of the #EuroQCI. Stay tuned to follow the discussion! #HellasQCI #EuroQCI #CYQCI #PRISM #PTQCI #RONAQCI #ESTQCI
#CYQCI has participated in the #PRISM EuroQCI first #QuantumCommunications Summer School in Malta. Thank you to the organisers for this engaging initiative!
🌟 It Was a Great Week at Our Quantum Communications Summer School! 🌟 We wrapped up a fantastic programme filled with insightful lectures, hands-on sessions, and engaging discussions. The event kicked off with an overview of quantum communications by Prof. André Xuereb and a practical Raspberry Pi demo by Daniel Bonanno. Ryan Debono led the next day's session on linear algebra, followed by practical applications. Participants then delved into quantum mechanics and QKD protocols with Prof. Xuereb on Day 3, explored error correction with Prof. Johann Briffa on Day 4, and discussed the future of QKD beyond point-to-point links with Dr. Noel Farrugia on Day 5. The week concluded with an open forum on QKD applications in various industries and a certificate award ceremony. Huge thanks to all our speakers and participants for making it a memorable week! 🎓💡 READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/dDX5JKcj RSM Malta | Merqury Cybersecurity | Melita Ltd. | UMNAI | University of Malta | Critical Infrastructure Protection Directorate PRISM is a project co-funded by the European Union. #Quantum #QuantumCommunication #QuantumInnovation #QuantumComputing #EuroQCI #EuropeanQuantumCommunication #CyberSecurity #CyberDefense #InformationSecurity #malta2024
Dr Yerolatsitis from the #CYQCI has presented at the 24th International Conference on Transparent Optical Networks (ICTON) & the Microstructured Optical Fiber Workshop 2024 on the 15th of July at the Polytechnic University at Bari, Italy. Follow for more 👉 https://lnkd.in/desDmWnj. #icton2024 #CYQCI #QKD #opticalfibers
The #CYQCI team will be presenting at the 24th International Conference on Transparent Optical Networks (ICTON) & the Microstructured Optical Fiber Workshop 2024 on the 14th to 18th of July at the Polytechnic University at Bari, Italy. Follow for more 👉 https://lnkd.in/desDmWnj. #icton2024 #CYQCI #QKD #opticalfibers
#CYQCI has attended the IrelandQCI event and the #Petrus workshop engaging in discussions on the roadmap of the #EuroQCI projects. #CYQCI #Petrus #EuroQCI #QKD For more information follow the links below.
Europe’s quantum communication community gathers in Dublin for IrelandQCI event - Petrus hold a workshop bringing together stakeholders from various EurQCI projects. Petrus were pleased to be able to host a workshop as part of the IrelandQCI event. See press releases from the event https://lnkd.in/erjZtDTU https://lnkd.in/e9zhr98y #Petrus #EuroQCI #QKD
Exciting Update! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce the latest edition of our first eNewsletter is now live! 🚀 Dive into exclusive insights, industry trends, and the latest updates on 👉 https://lnkd.in/db9pPw2H. #QuantumCommunication #Quantumkeydistribution #QuantumTechnology #CYQCI #EuroQCI #Petrus
Exciting Update! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce the latest edition of the first #CYQCI is now live! 🚀 Dive into exclusive insights, industry workshops, and the latest updates from our team on 👉 https://lnkd.in/db9pPw2H. #QuantumCommunication #QuantumTechnology #Quantum2030 #CYQCI #EuroQCI #Petrus
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#HellasQCI, a project coordinated by GRNET - Greek Research & Technology Network (Greek NREN), operating under the auspices of the Greek Ministry of Digital Governance, had the opportunity to engage in productive dialogue with representatives from several National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) involved in their respective National Quantum Communication Infrastructures (#NatQCIs). These discussions involved participants from Poland's PSNC (#PionierQ), Ireland's HEAnet (IrelandQCI), Hungary's KIFU (QCIHungary), and Cyprus' CYNET (CYQCI). The discussions included the technical challenges, the solutions and the future collaborations of the NatQCIs and the NRENs for the deployment of the national quantum key distribution networks. These further underscored the collective effort and the commitment of the NRENs to advance quantum communication technologies, ensuring a secure and interconnected EuroQCI #HellasQCI #QuantumCommunication #GRNET #TNC24 #GÉANT #QuantumCommunicationInfrastrucutre #NRENs #pionierQ #IrelandQCI #QCIHungary #CYQCI GRNET - Greek Research & Technology Network Γενική Γραμματεία Πληροφοριακών Συστημάτων - Υπουργείο Ψηφιακής Διακυβέρνησης GÉANT Petrus CSA
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🎉 A big thank you goes out to Quantum Flagship for sharing information on our Quantum Communications Summer School with their distinguished audience! 🧑🏫💫 RSM Malta | Melita Ltd. | Merqury Cybersecurity | UMNAI | University of Malta | MITA (Malta Information Technology Agency) | Critical Infrastructure Protection Directorate PRISM is a project co-funded by the European Union. #PRISM #Quantum #QuantumCommunication #QuantumInnovation #QuantumComputing #EuroQCI #EuropeanQuantumCommunication #CyberSecurity #CyberDefence #InformationSecurity #Malta2024