Quantum Key Distribution, RIP?

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As you may know, our existing public key methods are at great risk with the advent of quantum computers. So, when the NSA says something about technology, you sit up and listen, as whatever it picks is likely to see heavy investment, and whatever it drops, might drop like a stone. And so, the other day they published their viewpoint on quantum key distribution (QKD) and quantum cryptography [here]:

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Prof Bill Buchanan OBE FRSE
ASecuritySite: When Bob Met Alice

Professor of Cryptography. Serial innovator. Believer in fairness, justice & freedom. Based in Edinburgh. Old World Breaker. New World Creator. Building trust.