The hype surrounding quantum networks
In the section discussing China's focus on quantum communication, we saw that they were able to pioneer quantum-encrypted communication channels that are secure from hackers. Quantum encryption is a good step forward. However, information flow on quantum networks is being hailed as the holy grail of secure communication.
Imagine an internet where nobody can eavesdrop on your messages. Imagine an internet where you can communicate and transact freely without having to worry about data security. That could be possible as qubits lose their states as soon as observed. Therefore, when there is a hacking attempt, the sender and the receiver of the message can identify it. The implications of this technology paradigm for communications in military and defense can hardly be underestimated.
A quantum network could be visualized as a network of three quantum devices that are 50 to 100 kilometers apart. China created the first quantum satellite...
