VPNs evolve to counter quantum security risks

The debate around the timeline of quantum computing’s impact is brewing. While Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes quantum computing may be about 15 years away, D-Wave System’s CEO Alan Baratz insists it’s ready for primetime, citing Mastercard and NTT Docomo’s use of their quantum computers for real-world operations. Regardless of the timeline, cybersecurity must adapt quickly to counter the looming threats, experts say.

The concern stems from quantum computing’s rapid calculations and processing powers – these have applications ranging from drug discovery to artificial intelligence and financial models, but criminals can also exploit these capabilities to mount cyberattacks.