International Association for Cryptologic Research

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IACR News item: 19 April 2025

Aashika Khanal, Navjot Kaur
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This paper examines how quantum computing enhances the encryption system. It studies the relationship between cryptography and quantum physics. The paper considers the historical progression of encryption techniques paying attention to the altering nature of security challenges. Moreover, it analyzes the basic principles of quantum computing, describing its theoretical concept and its advantages over classical systems in terms of potential performance. Also, it focuses on an in-depth analysis of Grovers’ Algorithm showing its unique searching capability and its implications for encryption schemes. The paper also reviews the limitations of Grover’s Algorithm that could make it vulnerable to attacks and how to make it safer. Also, the methods of quantum computing that create strong encryption are briefly outlined. Overall, in the quest for secure systems of communication in the era of quantum, the paper aims at the futuristic paradigm shift by considering the emergence of Quantum-Powered Encryption Systems. It answers key questions about this subject through both, qualitative and quantitative analysis. The provided scientific report supplements the existing body of knowledge about the relationship between quantum computers and encryption systems and sets the foundation for better and more secure encryption for the digital world.
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