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Forecasts on the arrival time for quantum computing vary greatly – from “it will be here in a decade” to “it’s already here.” There is consensus on the fact that it’s coming, and when it does, it will change the way we build and protect networks in space.

In this episode of our Future Space Economy webcast series, we’re joined by experts in the field to help understand how quantum computing and quantum encryption will most likely work according to the research that is being conducted today. This episode covers the concept and definition of quantum resiliency and how that will be determined in an unknown future. Experts also discuss what quantum computing could accomplish in space if these powerful systems are able to survive the harsh environment.

This is hosted by Jeffrey Hill, executive editor of Via Satellite and features Capella Space CEO Frank Backes and Joe Touch, principal scientist in the Information Systems and Cyber Division of The Aerospace Corporation.

This is the last On Orbit episode of 2025. See you next year!

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