ICTK provides quantum‑resilient security solutions that combine PUF‑based Silicon IP, hardware root of trust (HRoT), and post‑quantum cryptography (PQC) to protect connected devices.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Classical cryptographic algorithms used in IoT and other connected devices are vulnerable to attacks from emerging quantum computers. Without a hardware‑based root of trust, devices cannot guarantee the integrity of keys or identities, exposing data and supply chains to compromise.
Solution
ICTK delivers a quantum‑resilient security stack that starts at the silicon level and extends to encrypted communications. The core of the offering is a silicon‑embedded Physical Unclonable Function (vPUF) that generates unique, non‑extractable device IDs and cryptographic keys without external storage. This PUF‑based hardware root of trust (HRoT) is packaged as a customizable Soft IP (RTL) that can be integrated into standard CMOS processes, eliminating additional manufacturing steps. On top of the HRoT, ICTK incorporates post‑quantum cryptographic (PQC) algorithms such as AES, ECC, and HMAC, providing confidentiality, integrity, and authentication that remain secure against quantum attacks. The solution is delivered through security IP, chips, modules, and services (e.g., qTrustNet, PQC Services), enabling a seamless chain of trust from the chip to the network layer for IoT, automotive, and enterprise applications.
Target Audience
Primary customers are semiconductor and system‑level manufacturers of IoT, automotive, and industrial devices that require hardware‑based, quantum‑resistant security, as well as enterprise integrators deploying secure connectivity solutions.
Features
- vPUF (VIA PUF™) generates a unique, tamper‑proof device ID and cryptographic keys internally, removing the need for external key injection or storage
- Soft IP (RTL) format allows rapid, customizable integration into existing ASIC or SoC designs without additional fabrication steps
- Full compliance with ISO/IEC 20897 PUF requirements, ensuring international security standards are met
- Built‑in hardware root of trust (HRoT) provides immutable key derivation and secure boot capabilities
- Integrated post‑quantum cryptographic primitives (AES, ECC, HMAC) optimized for low‑power, high‑throughput operation
- Key‑derivation function (KDF) can produce up to ~4 billion unique keys per device, supporting diverse security contexts
- Security modules and chips packaged for trusted supply‑chain management, anti‑tampering, and secure firmware updates