Cisco and KETS Integrate Quantum Key Distribution With Cisco IOS XR Routers

Insider Brief

• Cisco and KETS Quantum Security have integrated KETS’ chip-based Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology with Cisco IOS XR routing infrastructure in a joint demonstration.
• The integrated system combines KETS QKD with Cisco routers using MACsec to provide automated key exchange and encryption across existing Ethernet-based networks.
• The companies plan to continue developing the integration and explore additional use cases for KETS’ QKD hardware within Cisco’s networking ecosystem.

PRESS RELEASE — Cisco and KETS Quantum Security today announced a major milestone in secure communications by successfully integrating KETS’ chip-based Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology with Cisco’s IOS XR-based routing infrastructure. This partnership marks a significant step toward scalable, quantum-secure networking for enterprise and critical infrastructure environments. 

Cisco is a global leader in networking and cybersecurity, enabling secure connectivity and digital transformation for organizations worldwide. Their systems underpin much of our digital economy, making it critical to protect from future  quantum threats.

KETS, the UK’s most commercially advanced chip-based quantum-safe encryption company, is focused on delivering scalable and cost-effective QKD solutions for real-world applications.