In a groundbreaking achievement, an international team led by scientists from the Chinese mainland has demonstrated quantum-secured communication spanning over 12,900 kilometers. Using the power of the Jinan-1 micro-nano satellite and compact ground stations – including one in Stellenbosch, South Africa – the team accomplished real-time quantum key distribution (QKD) in an international first. 🚀
Working in close collaboration with Stellenbosch University, they set a new record for hacker-proof communication across hemispheres. Experts praised the breakthrough as a major step forward, highlighting its potential to pave the way for trusted-node constellations for satellite QKD services and showcasing the growing maturity of the technology.
Published in Nature, this milestone not only redefines secure global data transfer but also promises to transform how industries and governments protect sensitive information. For tech enthusiasts and innovators, this quantum leap signals a future where digital communications are virtually impenetrable. Stay tuned as the quantum era unfolds!
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Chinese-led team achieves 10,000-km quantum-secured communication
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