Worldwide, enormous efforts are directed toward the development of the so‐called quantum
internet. Turning this long‐sought‐after dream into reality is a great challenge that will …

The quantum internet is a cutting‐edge paradigm that uses the unique characteristics of
quantum technology to radically alter communication networks. This new network type is …

Twin-field quantum key distribution can overcome the secret key capacity of repeaterless
quantum key distribution via single-photon interference. However, to compensate for the …

Quantum technology is an emergent and potentially disruptive discipline, with the ability to
affect many human activities. Quantum technologies are dual-use technologies, and as such …

Satellite communications (Satcoms) systems have become an integral part of modern
society, providing critical infrastructure for a wide range of applications. However, as the …

Multiple nations are now in the process of launching 5G mobile networks. All of the telecoms
industry has been revolutionized by the concept of 5G networks. Since late 2018 …

Blockchains have gained substantial attention from academia and industry for their ability to
facilitate decentralized trust and communications. However, the rapid progress of quantum …

Global-scale quantum communication links will form the backbone of the quantum internet.
However, exponential loss in optical fibres precludes any realistic application beyond few …

Ever since its inception, cryptography has been caught in a vicious circle: Cryptographers
keep inventing methods to hide information, and cryptanalysts break them, prompting …

Continuous variable (CV) quantum key distribution (QKD) provides a powerful setting for
secure quantum communications, thanks to the use of room-temperature off-the-shelf optical …