The road to productive quantum-safe PKI

Tuesday 20th May, 2025
Arrival: 13:00, Program begins: 13:30
overview

First-hand insight on the status of Quantum Computer and Post-Quantum Cryptography developments

During this meeting, you will receive first-hand insight information and update on the state of the IBM quantum computers development and post-quantum cryptographic algorithms research.

Vendors have made significant progress in implementing quantum-resistant technologies to protect today's systems from tomorrow's threats. Keyfactor will provide an update on the current status of these developments and readiness for implementations.

We know how to protect our digital assets against post-quantum threats and it is time to start because a lot needs to be done. Few have started with effective implementations. Priorities need to be defined, and resources allocated.

Quantum Computer Development Update

Quantum Computers will soon be available, it is undisputed. Today's public-key cryptography will be broken and need to be replaced with Post-Quantum Cryptography.

Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)

PQC standards have been defined and can be implemented. Further PQC Algorithms are under development and undergoing extensive testing.

Technology Update

Technology providers are taking proactive steps to integrate quantum-resistant capabilities, enabling organizations to build long-term digital trust.

Implementation

Technology is available and it is now essential to actively plan and promote their implementation to ensure long-term digital trust and resilience.

Speakers

Experts Will Provide First-Hand Insights  

Top expertise on post-quantum cryptography research and implementation in actionable technology

Silvio Dragone is a Senior Technical Staff Member at IBM Research Europe, located in Rüschlikon. With over two decades of experience at IBM, he has contributed significantly to cryptographic research
Silvio Dragone
Senior Technical Staff Member at IBM Research

Silvio Dragone will provide first-hand information and update on the state of its quantum computers development and post-quantum cryptographic algorithms. When can we expect quantum computers to break asymmetric cryptography methods used today, such as RSA, EC, ECDSA and other traditional algorithms.

Tomas Gustavsson is PKI developer and IT Security expert since 1994 and a founder of the EJBCA Open-SourcePKI project, a certification authority software now widely deployed inproduction globally.
Tomas Gustavsson
Chief PKI Officer at Keyfactor

Tomas Gustavsson will provide practical insights on NIST’s, and other's deadlines, how to implement quantum-resistant algorithms into your IAM fabric's PKI and signing solutions. Learn real-world steps to ensure compliance with emerging standards and safeguard your organization from future quantum threats.

Nico Heise is a Security Architect with more than 10 years of project experience across a broad set of IT security domains. He specialises in Data and Application Security where he ensures security across the organisation from development to operations
Nico Heise
Security Solutions Architect at IBM Consulting

Nico Heise will explain, why the quantum risk is real, and why organizations must act now to protect their most valuable data. Quantum-enabled risks like "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" are no longer a distant possibility - they require immediate action.

Anton Hodell (ID Security Consulting) will discuss a real world threat that can be addressed immediately with proper expertise.
Anton Hodell
PKI Specialist at ID Security

Anton Hodell will discuss real world threats that can be addressed immediately with proper expertise. What can be done immediately to prepare for the post-quantum era and mitigate future risk? What are first non-regret actions that will be beneficial in the long run to any organisation?

agenda

A first look at what’s coming

All you need to know to attend

Tuesday, May 20th

FIFA Museum, Zürich Enge
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13:00-13:30
Welcome & Registration
13:30-13:45
Welcome note with Thomas Weber

Quantum computers will offer new opportunities and introduce new challenges for cybersecurity, requiring corporates to define strategic transformation programs that ensure long-term protection of sensitive data, systems, and trust.

13:45-14:30
IBM Research Update
with Silvio Dragone

IBM shares first-hand updates on quantum computing progress and post-quantum cryptography development. The challenge is an opportunity to design IT Security solutions that fit and can evolve with future needs.

14:30-15:15
Keyfactor Technology Update
with Tomas Gustavsson

Software and Hardware vendors have developed solutions that address the new challenges and are available now to be deployed.

15:15-15:45
Break
15:45-16:15
IBM Consulting
with Nico Heise

The quantum risk is real, and organizations must act now to protect their most valuable data. Why quantum-safe transformation is a leadership priority.

16:15-16:45
ID Security Consulting
with Anton Hodell

It’s all about timing and priorities. According to Mosca's Inequality, some threats need to be addressed immediately. A proper reaction and expertise are required to implement available and proven technology.

16:45-17:15
Panel Discussion
17:15-17:30
Closing Remark
17:30-19:00
Networking Aperitif

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