Arqit offers quantum-secure encryption solutions that protect data across on-premise, cloud, and edge environments. Their software-based platform uses Symmetric Key Agreement (SKA) technology to provide robust data integrity and confidentiality against evolving cyber threats, including those posed by quantum computing.
Funding
$13.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
The increasing sophistication of cyber threats, including the future impact of quantum computing, poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of valuable data assets. Traditional encryption methods are becoming vulnerable to advanced adversaries and "harvest now, decrypt later" tactics, leaving critical infrastructure and long-lived data exposed.
Solution
Arqit provides quantum-secure encryption solutions designed to protect data across on-premise, cloud, and edge environments. Their software-based platform leverages Symmetric Key Agreement (SKA) technology, which is inherently resistant to quantum attacks and offers a robust alternative to Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). This approach ensures data integrity and confidentiality by establishing strong, scalable, and agile cryptographic protocols. The solutions are designed for seamless integration, minimal operational footprint, and compliance with industry standards, enabling organizations to secure their data against evolving threats.
Target Audience
Arqit's primary customers are organizations in sectors such as government, defense, critical national infrastructure (CNI), telecommunications, and finance, which handle sensitive, long-lived data and require advanced security against sophisticated cyber threats.
Features
- **Symmetric Key Agreement (SKA) Platform**: Utilizes quantum-resistant symmetric cryptography for secure key establishment and data protection, avoiding vulnerabilities associated with traditional PKI.
- **Quantum-Safe Encryption**: Provides robust security against current and future threats, including those posed by quantum computing, by employing validated and proven cryptographic protocols.
- **Software-Only Solution**: Requires no additional hardware, allowing for flexible deployment across diverse environments including cloud, on-premise, and edge devices.
- **Standards-Based Compliance**: Adheres to industry standards such as FIPS, NIST, ISO/IEC 11770-2, and NSA CSfC requirements, ensuring interoperability and regulatory alignment.
- **Cryptographic Agility**: Designed to be algorithm-agnostic, allowing for easy updates and adaptation to new cryptographic standards as they emerge.
- **Scalable Endpoint Management**: Offers robust management of a large number of endpoints through grouping and policy control via a cloud-based platform.
- **Encryption Intelligence Service**: A data-driven advisory service that provides a comprehensive cryptographic inventory, identifies weaknesses, and offers tailored recommendations for risk mitigation.
- **NetworkSecure Integration**: Enables secure data transmission and VPN functionality through integrations with leading network equipment vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Intel).