Quantum

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Recent Singapore data shows that manufacturing accounted for 31.58% of ransomware incidents in the first half of 2025.

Quantum security risk is coming for manufacturers too

Banks are moving – other IP-reliant industries should also start preparing for quantum threats

Quantum computers take advantage of subatomic oddities to generate potentially far more processing power than existing supercomputers.

US weighs quantum computing boost in effort to counter China

The effort shows how far the administration is willing to take its mandate to combat the rise of geopolitical rivals such as the Asian nation

Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo says that Singapore must move from reactive regulation to proactive preparation, as the long-term implications of quantum computing cannot be fully predicted.

Singapore aims to be ‘trusted enabler’ of quantum innovation: Josephine Teo

The minister notes that the Republic is moving from theory to application when it comes to quantum computing

Singtel’s new network combines quantum key distribution, which securely transmits encryption keys, and post-quantum cryptography, a new generation of algorithms “engineered to resist quantum attacks”.

Singtel partners Palo Alto to launch network against surge of quantum-computing threats

The hybrid network combines hardware and software methods to protect data against such risks

Philip Intallura, global head of quantum technologies, HSBC.
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From left: Professor Wang Huaxiang from the School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences at NTU; Praveen Raina, head of group operations and technology at OCBC; David Koh, chief quantum adviser and chief of digital security and technology at MDDI; Professor Valerio Scarani, deputy director of NUS’ Centre for Quantum Technologies; and Associate Professor Zhu Feida, associate dean, partnership & engagement, at SMU’s School of Computing and Information Systems.

OCBC to develop quantum applications with NUS, NTU and SMU

The research collaborations will focus on enhancing derivative pricing, fraud detection and data security

Singapore trains more than 14,000 engineers and technicians annually.

Singapore’s semicon sector should embrace AI, sustainability; prepare for quantum future

Workforce transformation is also needed to keep pace with technological advancements

Quantum technology holds promise as the next tech wave after artificial intelligence, says Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.

Singapore to invest about S$300 million in quantum tech research and talent

The field could mark the next big tech wave after artificial intelligence

Quantum computers and related technologies – such as quantum sensing and cryptography – could revolutionise everyday life.
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