IDEMIA Collaborates on Post-Quantum Cryptography with IIT Hyderabad

The IDEMIA Group’s IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) division announced a strategic research collaboration on post-quantum cryptography with the Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad). The alliance aims to fortify privacy frameworks against quantum threats by developing post-quantum cryptography solutions that eventually guarantee the long-term security of products, with a particular emphasis on constructing lattice-based post-quantum schemes. IST will provide four years of sponsorship to PhD candidates as part of this collaboration endeavour.

IST actively collaborates with important business and government organisations to advance post-quantum cryptography activities in India. The corporation demonstrates its dedication to developing cryptography research in the region by actively contributing to standardisation bodies and organisations in India, such as TSDSI, TEC, and CDOT.

IDEMIA Secure Transactions has formed several post-quantum research collaborations

IDEMIA Secure Transactions has formed several post-quantum research collaborations with European universities as part of its dedication to promoting innovation worldwide. These partnerships aim to enhance technological improvements in cryptography research while also investing in our future.

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“We are thrilled to start this path towards post-quantum research advancement with IDEMIA. Our mission flawlessly aligns with IDEMIA Secure Transactions’ unmatched competence and commitment to innovation. Dr. Mudrika Khandelwal, dean of IIT Hyderabad’s alumni and corporate relations, said, “Together, we look forward to pioneering ground-breaking solutions that will shape the future of cryptographic systems and safeguard transactions worldwide.”

“We are thrilled to begin this academic collaboration with IIT Hyderabad. In the post-quantum era, IDEMIA Secure Transactions is dedicated to improving technology and protecting data. We are driving the transition to a safe digital future by developing the next generation of academics and engineers and establishing partnerships with prestigious organisations like IIT Hyderabad. Stated Paul DISCHAMP, IDEMIA Secure Transactions’ Director of R&D for Cryptography and Security Lab.

IDEMIA Group

The IDEMIA Group makes connecting, paying, identifying, transporting, and safeguarding public areas more accessible and safer. With its extensive background in cryptography and biometrics, IDEMIA creates cutting-edge technology with a socially conscious, ethical, and influential mindset. IDEMIA safeguards billions of digital and real-world interactions every day.

Three industry-leading companies that deliver mission-critical solutions are combined to form IDEMIA Group:

• The top technology supplier, IDEMIA Secure Transactions, opens up more secure and convenient payment and communication options.
• A leading worldwide supplier of biometric solutions, IDEMIA Public Security enables safe and easy access, transportation, and security.
• IDEMIA Smart Identity unlocks a single, trusted identity for everyone by utilising the power of biometric and cryptography technology.

Over 2,400 businesses worldwide and over 600 federal organisations rely on IDEMIA Group, which employs nearly 15,000 people worldwide.

Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad 

 Founded by the Indian government in 2008, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) is one of the eight IITs. The institute has gained national and international prominence in just 15 years and is now among the best-ranked in the nation. It boasts around 4,800 students, 300+ full-time faculty members, 18 departments plus 1 centre for interdisciplinary programs, nearly 500+ cutting-edge research facilities, and five centres for entrepreneurship and research. With over Rs. with 1,000 Cr in approved research funding, the institute significantly emphasises research, and over 60% of its student body consists of PG and PhD candidates. Over 10,000 academic publications with over 1,50,000 citations, 200 published patents, 3,700 sponsored/consultancy projects with over 500 ongoing projects, and approximately 200 businesses that have created over 1,000 jobs and produced over Rs. 1,200 Cr in income are all held by IITH.