ORQESTRA is building a new generation of secure communications in the age of quantum technologies. The project brings together Europe’s leading experts to create a future-proof security framework that protects sensitive information against both today’s cyber threats and the powerful computers of tomorrow.
By combining advanced encryption with emerging quantum technologies, ORQESTRA will make it possible for organisations, especially in defence and other critical sectors, to exchange data safely, reliably, and over long distances, even across existing networks.
ORQESTRA’s approach paves the way for quantum-safe communication systems that are ready for real-world use, strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty and long-term security.
The problem (statement)
- Emerging security threats affects how defence organisations protect their communications and sensitive data.
- Most secure military and governmental systems rely on cryptographic methods that are considered safe only against conventional computers.
- Progress of quantum computing means that these methods will eventually become ineffective.
- Encrypted communications stored today could be decrypted in the future, exposing sensitive information, and operational data.