Fahmi: Malaysia considers accelerating quantum migration to boost data security
DOHA: Malaysia is considering accelerating its quantum migration process to strengthen national data security amid advances in quantum computing technology that are expected to pose new challenges to cybersecurity systems.
Doha - Malaysia is contemplating a faster transition to quantum technology to bolster its data security in light of advancements in quantum computing that may compromise current cybersecurity systems. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has directed the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to engage with the National Security Council, the National Cyber Security Agency, and telecommunications firms to investigate collaborative prospects.
This collaboration would involve setting up a research and development hub to expedite and secure Malaysia's quantum migration. Meanwhile, Fahmi observed quantum-safe communication among the technological advancements that caught his attention during his visit to the Mobile World Congress Doha 2026 exhibition booths. This emerging field is rapidly gaining importance for safeguarding future data.
Fahmi emphasized that the advent of quantum computers in the market is anticipated to challenge existing cryptographic and encryption methods used to secure data. Quantum migration entails upgrading current digital security frameworks to incorporate quantum-resistant encryption strategies capable of thwarting potential threats from future quantum computers.
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