LuxQuanta, Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), lyntia, and Merqury Cybersecurity have announced the successful demonstration of a secure private quantum connection between local data centers and Amazon Web Services (AWS). The collaboration among the four companies is part of a broader project aimed at protecting critical data transmissions against future quantum cyber threats.
The initiative successfully combines lyntia’s infrastructure, LuxQuanta’s Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system, Merqury’s key management solutions, and Juniper’s AI-Native security solutions portfolio, confirming the feasibility and ease of deploying networks resistant to quantum attacks.
“Juniper is committed to driving innovation and protecting data center connections against increasingly sophisticated threats. By collaborating with these strategic partners, we enable AWS customers to benefit from cutting-edge quantum technologies that enhance network security,” said Raj Yavatkar, Chief Technology Officer of Juniper Networks. Sebastián Etcheverry, Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of LuxQuanta, stated that “our initiative, in collaboration with AWS, promotes the implementation of secure communications for cloud users, advancing scalable and resilient quantum security solutions.”
Collaboration to Create Quantum-Resistant Solutions
Data centers are considered critical national infrastructure by governments worldwide, including the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and the European Union. In light of escalating cyber threats stemming from advancements in quantum technology, this collaboration demonstrates the capability of quantum-resistant solutions to protect sensitive data and ensure extreme long-term security for governments, businesses, and citizens.
The demonstration, conducted at the AWS Direct Connect facility in Madrid, connects multiple data centers through a network equipped with quantum security, designed as a point-to-multipoint network utilizing the QKD system. Until now, most of these systems operated point-to-point, transmitting communications from a single sender to a single receiver. The new integrated advanced encryption system shows that it is now possible to transmit to various receivers (from one point to multiple points).
In this new architecture, the fiber operator lyntia has created a realistic scenario and dynamic routing within its backbone network; LuxQuanta has integrated its Quantum Key Distribution systems with Juniper Networks’ encryption technologies to protect lyntia’s metropolitan optical network; and Merqury’s Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) solutions have provided enhanced security in cloud connectivity, creating a comprehensive, multilayer defense structure for critical data.
“With access to advanced quantum security features, we can strengthen the security of our communications platform. This collaboration allows us to implement robust encryption systems with the utmost confidence, ensuring that our data will remain protected against future cybersecurity challenges,” said Eduardo Duato, Chief Technology Officer and Innovation Officer of lyntia.
Dr. Noel Farrugia, CTO of Merqury Cybersecurity, added that “this collaboration represents a significant advancement in demonstrating how quantum technologies can be integrated into real-world telecommunications infrastructure. By combining the expertise of the participating companies, we have successfully translated theoretical security concepts into practice, solidifying Merqury’s mission to develop future-ready communication systems protected against quantum computing threats.”