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Last Updated: December 9, 2025

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📰 QNu Labs Recent Developments

1. QNu Labs Unveils Quantum-Safe UAV Communication Platform (November 2025)

Date: November 8, 2025

QNu Labs has introduced a quantum-safe communication platform for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) designed to protect drone systems against current and future quantum-level threats.

Key Features:

• Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) using NIST-standardized algorithms:
  • CRYSTALS-Kyber for key exchange
  • AES-256-GCM for hybrid encryption
• Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) integration
• Tamper-resistant hardware-root-of-trust
• Over-the-air (OTA) cryptographic updates capability
• Zero-trust link authentication
• Autonomous tamper detection

Applications:

• Secure video streams from drones
• Protected telemetry data
• Command-and-control signal security
• Military and defense drone operations

Significance: Critical infrastructure vulnerability in drone communications is addressed. First quantum-safe solution for UAVs in defense sector.

Source: Indian Defense News (November 8, 2025)

2. QNu Labs at India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 (October 2025)

Date: October 21, 2025

QNu Labs showcased its hybrid end-to-end quantum cybersecurity portfolio at India Mobile Congress 2025 in New Delhi.

Highlights:

• Positioned as quantum security leader at national tech showcase
• Demonstrated cutting-edge quantum security solutions
• Part of India’s emerging quantum technology ecosystem
• Engaged with policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators

Theme: “Innovate to Transform” - India’s digital transformation and quantum readiness

Significance: Validates India’s quantum technology capability on global stage. QNu Labs represents Indian innovation in quantum cryptography.

Source: Defense Star News (October 21, 2025)

3. Q-Shield Platform Launch - World’s First Quantum-Safe Enterprise Platform (April 2025)

Date: April 14, 2025

QNu Labs, supported by National Quantum Mission (NQM), launched Q-Shield - the world’s first integrated quantum-safe platform for enterprises.

Platform Components:

• Qosmos: Quantum key generation service
• QConnect: Secured quantum-safe connectivity
• QVerse: Secure collaboration framework

Capabilities:

• Seamless cryptography management (cloud, on-premises, hybrid)
• Transparent integration with existing security infrastructure
• REST-ful API driven infrastructure
• Compatible with diverse environments

Organizations Supported:

• Enterprises across private sector
• Government agencies
• Financial institutions
• Defense and security infrastructure

Significance: First comprehensive quantum-safe platform for organizations. Marks India’s leadership in quantum security commercialization.

Source: PIB (Press Information Bureau) - World Quantum Day (April 14, 2025)

4. Quantum Blockchains Collaboration Success (2024-2025)

Date: Ongoing - Experimental runs completed

QNu Labs partnered with Quantum Blockchains to integrate quantum security into blockchain technology.

Technical Achievement:

• Successfully deployed Armos (QKD) devices in blockchain environment
• Generated tens of thousands of quantum-secure keys
• Created thousands of blockchain blocks
• Processed hundreds of transactions
• Experimental period: One-week continuous operation
• Post-Quantum Key Distribution (pQKD) integration
• Proprietary msQRNG entropy generator implementation

Outcome: Robust quantum-secured blockchain (QSB) with unhackable encryption keys.

Market Interest: Growing interest from blockchain companies seeking quantum security solutions.

Significance: Quantum cryptography extends beyond communications to blockchain security. New market opportunity identified.

Source: QNu Labs Official Website

🔬 Dr. Shashank Gupta - Research & Publications

Recent Publications (2024-2025)

1. ChaQra: A Cellular Unit of the Indian Quantum Network (2024)

Published: Scientific Reports, Volume 14, Article 16752 (2024)

Authors: S. Gupta, I. Agarwal, V. Mogiligidda, R. Kumar Krishnan, S. Chennuri, and team

Key Findings:

• Novel cellular quantum network architecture for India
• Derived from Sanskrit “Chakra” (circular topology)
• Scalable to cover entire Indian subcontinent

Core Features:

1. Crypto Agility: Integration with existing telecom fibers
2. Software-Defined Networking (SDN): Dynamic routing between nodes
3. Reliability: Hybrid quantum-safe cryptography against DoS attacks
4. Upgradability: Modular design for technological advancement
5. Beyond QKD: Distributed computing and multi-party computation

Technical Specifications:

• Point-to-Multipoint architecture
• Hub-and-spoke topology with trusted relay nodes
• Wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) coexistence
• AI-enabled network control
• Scalable to multiple hubs and spokes

Significance:

• First comprehensive plan for India’s quantum-secure network
• Addresses national quantum mission objectives
• Practical deployment-ready architecture
• Foundation for quantum-secure Indian subcontinent

Citations: 6 (as of publication)

Source: Scientific Reports / Nature Publishing Group

2. Threshold (Q, P) Quantum Distillation (2024)

Published: arXiv preprint (August 2024)

Authors: S. Gupta, W.J. Munro, C. Cid

Significance:

• Novel quantum distillation protocol
• Improves resource efficiency in quantum systems
• Applications to quantum repeaters and networks
• Developed during OIST postdoctoral research

Presentation: Presented at major quantum conferences (Quantum Innovation Tokyo, SPIE Optics + Photonics)

3. Device-Independent Quantum Secure Direct Communication Under Non-Markovian Quantum Channels (2024)

Published: Quantum Information Processing, Volume 23, Article 170

Authors: P. Roy, S. Bera, S. Gupta, A.S. Majumdar

Focus: Security analysis of quantum communication in realistic noisy channels with memory effects

Research Impact Metrics

Google Scholar Profile:

• Total Citations: 157+
• h-index: Strong impact in quantum cryptography and information theory
• Highly cited works in device-independent quantum information

Top Cited Papers:

1. EPR Steering of three-qubit states (38 citations) - 2021
2. Quantum contextuality communication advantage (26 citations) - 2023
3. Device-independent QKD with random states (19 citations) - 2023

Research Areas:

• Quantum cryptography and key distribution
• Quantum information theory
• Multipartite quantum correlations
• Device-independent quantum systems
• Post-quantum cryptography

🏆 Patents & Intellectual Property

Granted Patents

1. Method and System for Generating Decoy and Signal Pulses for QKD Protocol
   • Patent No.: 202341086479
   • Granted: August 26, 2024
   • Inventors: S. Gupta, R.K. Krishnan, D. Singh
2. System and Method for Detecting Photon-Number-Splitting (PNS) Attacks in QKD
   • Patent No.: 202341064900
   • Granted: October 6, 2025
   • Inventors: S. Gupta, R.K. Krishnan, S. Chennuri, D. Singh
3. System and Method for Optimizing Random Number Generators (RNGs)
   • Patent No.: 202441003601
   • Granted: April 15, 2025
   • Inventors: S. Gupta, R.K. Krishnan, D. Singh
4. Method and System for Self-Correcting Key in Quantum Key Generation
   • Patent No.: 202441001363
   • Granted: February 7, 2025
   • Inventors: S. Gupta, R.K. Krishnan, D. Singh

Patents Under Examination (6 Filed)

• Point-to-Point Decoy DPS QKD System (Filed January 18, 2024)
• Multi-device QKD Network Interconnection (Filed January 24, 2024)
• Additional 4 patents in examination phase

🌍 Global Quantum Security Trends

Asia-Pacific Quantum Migration Timeline

2025-2026: Assessment & Planning Phase

• Inventory of cryptographic systems
• Quantum risk assessment
• Development of migration strategies
• Budget allocation for quantum-safe transition

2026-2028: Pilot & Early Deployment

• Non-critical system migration
• Hybrid classical-quantum approaches
• Continuous validation and testing
• IT workforce training

2028-2030: Large-Scale Migration

• Critical infrastructure transition
• Regulatory compliance
• Legacy system decommissioning
• Continuous quantum security monitoring

2030+: Universal Coverage

• Complete quantum-safe infrastructure
• Consumer-grade quantum-secure applications
• Regional technology leadership
• Export opportunities

💡 Emerging Applications

1. Quantum-Secure Finance

• Transaction security evolution
• SWIFT protocol quantum-safe upgrades
• Banking infrastructure quantum hardening

2. National Defense

• Government communications security
• Military command networks
• Defense infrastructure protection
• Strategic advantage through quantum readiness

3. Blockchain & Web3

• Quantum-resistant smart contracts
• Unhackable cryptocurrency security
• Blockchain transaction validation

4. IoT & 5G/6G

• Device-level quantum security
• Network-wide quantum protection
• Quantum-safe 5G backbone

5. Healthcare & Privacy

• Patient data quantum protection
• Medical record security
• Telemedicine encryption

6. AI/ML Security

• Quantum-resistant model protection
• Secure distributed learning
• Privacy-preserving AI training

📊 Market Outlook

Global Quantum Security Market Size

• 2024: $50-100 million
• 2027: $500 million - $1 billion
• 2030: $2-5 billion

India’s Positioning

• Current: Emerging leader in quantum cryptography
• 2027-2030: Regional hub for quantum security
• 2030+: Global supplier and technology leader

Investment Opportunities

• Quantum hardware manufacturers
• Quantum software and security platforms
• Quantum network infrastructure
• Post-quantum cryptography solutions
• Quantum-safe consulting services

🎓 Education & Workforce Development

QNu Academy - India’s Quantum Workforce Initiative

Curriculum Levels:

• Foundation (3 months): Quantum fundamentals
• Intermediate (3 months): Advanced quantum programming
• Advanced (3 months): Specialized tracks and projects

Projected Outcomes:

• 500+ trained professionals by 2027
• 5,000+ by 2030
• 50,000+ quantum ecosystem professionals by 2035

University Initiatives

• IIIT Hyderabad quantum research programs
• IIT-level quantum computing curriculum
• International collaborations (OIST, universities)
• Online learning platforms

🔐 Security Standards & Compliance

NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards (August 2024)

Approved Algorithms:

• ML-KEM (Kyber): Key encapsulation mechanism
• ML-DSA (Dilithium): Digital signatures
• SLH-DSA (SPHINCS): Hash-based signatures

Adoption Status:

• Enterprise pilots beginning globally
• Government mandates in development
• Hybrid classical-PQC deployments underway

📅 Upcoming Events & Conferences

Planned Presentations

• Quantum Information Processing (QIP) 2026
• SPIE Optics + Photonics 2026
• Quantum Innovation Tokyo 2026
• India Mobile Congress 2026

Research Collaborations

• IIT Indore - Qurious Labs establishment
• International quantum research networks
• Industry-academia partnerships
• Government quantum mission alignment

🚀 Future Roadmap: 2025-2030

QNu Labs Roadmap

• 2025: Expand Q-Shield platform adoption
• 2026: Deploy ChaQra in 50+ Indian cities
• 2027: Establish Asia-Pacific regional network
• 2028: Launch global quantum security services
• 2030: 500+ cities, quantum-secure infrastructure

Dr. Shashank Gupta & Qurious Labs

• 2025: Establish research group at IIT Indore
• 2026: First Ph.D. cohort in quantum information
• 2027: Launch Qurious Labs research output
• 2028: International collaborations expand
• 2030: Recognized leader in quantum cryptography research

National Quantum Mission (India)

• 2025-2026: Infrastructure development phase
• 2027-2029: Deployment and integration phase
• 2030+: Operational quantum-secure India

📱 Key Contacts & Resources

Dr. Shashank Gupta

• Email: shashankg@iiti.ac.in (IIT Indore)
• Email: shashankg687@gmail.com
• Phone: +91-6291805918
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-shashank-gupta-22268382
• Position: Assistant Professor, IIT Indore (Nov 2025-)
• Previous: Research Lead, QNu Labs (Nov 2024 - Nov 2025)

QNu Labs

• Website: www.qnulabs.com
• Location: Bengaluru, India
• Focus: Quantum Cryptography, QKD, QRNG, PQC
• Key Products: Armos (QKD), Q-Shield Platform, Quantum Security Solutions

IIT Indore - Qurious Labs

• Website: www.iiti.ac.in
• Location: Indore, India
• Focus: Quantum Research in Information, Optimization, Unconditional Security
• Recruiting: Ph.D. students, Postdocs, Research collaborators

Useful Resources

• National Quantum Mission: nqm.gov.in
• NIST Quantum Standards: csrc.nist.gov/projects/post-quantum-cryptography
• Scientific Reports (ChaQra Paper): nature.com/articles/s41598-024-67495-8
• Google Scholar (Dr. Gupta): scholar.google.com (search: Shashank Gupta quantum)

📚 Recommended Reading

Academic Papers

1. “ChaQra: A Cellular Unit of the Indian Quantum Network” - Scientific Reports 2024
2. “Quantum Contextuality Provides Communication Complexity Advantage” - PRL 2023
3. “Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution Using Random Quantum States” - QIP 2023

Industry Reports

• QNu Labs Whitepaper on Quantum-Safe Migration
• NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards
• Asia-Pacific Quantum Security Assessment 2025

News & Articles

• Indian Defense News - Quantum Security Coverage
• Defense Star - QNu Labs Updates
• Inside Quantum Technology - Industry Reports

📈 Key Metrics & Statistics

Quantum Threat Timeline

• Current: Harvest now, decrypt later attacks active
• 2027-2028: Large-scale quantum computers emerging
• 2030: Cryptanalytically relevant quantum computers (CRQC) expected
• 2030+: Legacy encryption obsolete

QNu Labs Achievements

• 105+ km QKD demonstrated (Armos system)
• 10-15 AES keys/second generation rate
• 25 QKD systems delivered to Indian Navy (2024)
• 4 granted patents + 6 under examination
• $1B+ market opportunity identified

Research Impact

• 157+ citations across publications
• h-index: Strong in quantum information
• 15+ publications in top-tier journals
• 6+ national/international collaborators

🎯 Strategic Implications

For India

• Quantum technology leadership opportunity
• Strategic national security advantage
• Economic competitiveness in emerging tech
• Workforce development and innovation ecosystem

For Organizations

• Urgent need for quantum-safe migration (3-5 year window)
• Post-quantum cryptography transition required
• Quantum key distribution infrastructure investment needed
• Talent acquisition in quantum security

For Investors

• Emerging quantum security market ($2-5B by 2030)
• Early-stage opportunities before market maturity
• Government funding supporting growth
• International expansion potential

📞 How to Get Involved

For Researchers

• Join Qurious Labs at IIT Indore
• Collaborate with QNu Labs research team
• Publish in quantum cryptography field
• International research partnerships available

For Students

• Ph.D. programs in quantum computing
• SPARQ internships in quantum research
• QNu Academy training programs
• Industry-backed research opportunities

For Organizations

• Q-Shield platform adoption
• ChaQra network deployment
• Quantum-safe migration consulting
• Post-quantum cryptography implementation

For Government

• National Quantum Mission alignment
• Infrastructure development support
• Workforce training initiatives
• International collaboration frameworks

Document Generated: December 9, 2025
Information Current As Of: December 9, 2025
Next Update Expected: January 2026