Quantum computing is about to become a national security problem in orbit

Published on June 29, 2026
Illustration of the Quantum Key Distribution Satellite, which will provide secure cryptographic key delivery services to customers on the ground. Credit: ESA

Quantum computing is advancing fast, and nations are racing to field the first machines powerful enough to break modern encryption. This race has direct consequences for the commercial space industry, […]

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