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Netherlands Advances Quantum Key Distribution for Secure Communications

10/7/2025

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The Dutch government is advancing quantum key distribution (QKD) to secure communications against quantum computing threats.
QCINed's testbed connects Amsterdam and Utrecht, integrating QKD with existing internet infrastructure.
A second line will link Amsterdam to The Hague for secure government communications.
The initiative is part of the EuroQCI program, backed by nearly €10 million from the EU and Dutch authorities.

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The Dutch government is advancing quantum key distribution (QKD) to secure communications against quantum computing threats.
QCINed's testbed connects Amsterdam and Utrecht, integrating QKD with existing internet infrastructure.
A second line will link Amsterdam to The Hague for secure government communications.
The initiative is part of the EuroQCI program, backed by nearly €10 million from the EU and Dutch authorities.