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QANplatform’s quantum-resistant technology has been adopted by the first European country. The technology is being used to protect the state-owned cybersecurity infrastructure from quantum computing attacks. The quantum-resistant blockchain allows developers to create smart contracts and applications resistant to quantum attacks. The name of the adopting country has not been disclosed for national security reasons.

European Commission and CybersecurityQAN’s Intellectual Property holding company CEO, Patrick Storchenegger, states that the integration of QAN roll-up will serve as a key component in the country’s post-quantum cybersecurity layer. Post-quantum security has seen increasing interest since December 2023, following the release of IBM Condor, the second-largest quantum processor, with 1,121 qubits.

Aware of the impending threat of quantum computers, the European Commission launched the Quantum Flagship initiative in 2018, a research endeavor with a budget of at least 1 billion euros over 10 years.

Major companies are also preparing for a post-quantum future. Apple released an update in February aiming to future-proof iMessages with post-quantum cryptography, placing Apple at the forefront of quantum-resistant messaging providers. Signal launched a quantum-resistant encryption upgrade in September 2023, but Apple claims it was the first to achieve level 3 encryption.

While breaking current messaging encryption models is still not feasible due to the time and computational power required, the advancement of quantum computers will eventually make it possible. According to Johann Polecsak, co-founder and CTO of QANplatform, staying ahead of the quantum computing curve in cybersecurity protocols is crucial. Polecsak made the following statement:

“When it comes to cybersecurity, especially in the age of ‘store now, decrypt later,’ we must always be ahead of the curve. The day when quantum computers will break today’s security algorithms is just a matter of time. With this awareness, we built QANplatform from the ground up to be immune to quantum computer attacks.”

In December 2023, QANplatform received an investment of 15 million dollars from MBK Holding and will use these funds to develop quantum-resistant technology roll-ups.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

QANplatform, Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible, launched the world’s first quantum-resistant blockchain test network, enabling the development of quantum-resistant smart contracts. According to an announcement shared by QANplatform, the new test network will allow developers to write smart contracts using any programming language. Speaking about the process, QANplatform co-founder and CTO Johann Polecsak indicated that this points to the first EVM-compatible test network with quantum-resistant cybersecurity.

What to Expect in the Quantum Field?Since the release of IBM Condor, the second-largest quantum processor with 1,121 qubits in December 2023, post-quantum security has become an urgent concern. Polecsak explained that due to their inherently decentralized nature, most of the top blockchain networks like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana could not adopt quantum-resistant security measures without significant negative impact:

“Blockchain networks will backfire in the post-quantum transition because it will be impossible to say whether legitimate owners transferred funds and data or hackers stole it all. In such cases, billions of dollars worth of data could instantly devalue the affected blockchain networks as it begins to be transferred on behalf of the real owners by hackers.”

However, the new QANplatform test network will allow testing of transition processes to a quantum-resistant alternative for EVM-compatible protocols without risking user funds on the main network. The announcement of the test network came about two months after the first European country adopted QANplatform’s quantum-resistant technology in March. The technology solution provides protection against quantum computing attacks aimed at government cybersecurity infrastructure.

Quantum-Resistant TechnologiesGovernments worldwide are already preparing for the post-quantum era, and the European Commission launched the Quantum Flagship research initiative in 2018 with a budget of at least 1 billion euros over a 10-year period. According to Polecsak from QANplatform, considering that quantum computing already poses a significant security threat to everyday internet users, these efforts are justified:

“Quantum-resistant technology is already important today due to the ‘store now, decrypt later’ cybersecurity threat, which involves attackers collecting encrypted data to decrypt later using more powerful computing methods like quantum computers.”

Major companies are also preparing for the post-quantum future. Apple, announced a new update in February aimed at making iMessages quantum-resistant, positioning Apple as a leader among quantum messaging providers.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

QANplatform announced the launch of its quantum-resistant and Ethereum-compatible blockchain testnet. This launch gives developers room to code smart contracts in several programming languages.

Exploring New Features on Quantum-Resistant Blockchain The QAN Testnet is the latest version of QANplatform’s blockchain that allows users to test new features. This means that the team gets feedback from developers and users to improve these features. Before launching the testnet, the QANplatform had a few things going on. They implemented a quantum-resistant technology for a European Union member state.

The QAN testnet is a significant milestone in the QAN platform and Web3 technology. It displays QAN’s interest in helping developers in the blockchain industry. This means that developers can build smart contracts with any programming language. That’s pretty impressive, and that’s what QAN Testnet is about. 

We are proud to announce that QANplatform has rolled out the world’s first quantum-resistant and EVM-compatible blockchain testnet, where developers can code smart contracts in any programming language.https://t.co/2Q9hQDrLxv pic.twitter.com/91x42i7ZQl

— QANplatform (@QANplatform) May 7, 2024

QAN Testnet stands out from other web3 platforms like EOSIO. It has unique features. These features include:

Quantum-Resistant Security The QAN Testnet is secure against potential attacks because of its quantum-resistant security.

Compatibility with Ethereum Although EOSIO and its virtual machine, the QAN testnet is compatible with EVM blockchains. This would lead to smooth transactions with the Ethereum-compatible blockchains.

Approves any Programming Language Many blockchains support certain programming languages for coding smart contracts. But the QAN Testnet is different. QAN Testnet accepts any programming language. So, as a developer, you can use the programming language you know to code smart contracts.

No-Code Smart Contract Studio QAN has a no-code smart contract studio. This feature makes it an exceptional platform. With this feature, you can code smart contacts with zero coding experience. You can use the no-code smart contract studio feature to achieve this in a few minutes.

Following the completion of the primary tests on the QAN TestNet, the #QANplatform team is currently finalizing the most comprehensive developer documentation we have ever released. After years of dedicated effort, on May 7th, we will proudly introduce the world's first…

— QANplatform (@QANplatform) April 24, 2024

More About QANPlatform The QANPlatform is compatible with PoS and PoW consensus algorithms. But, here’s something new: CRYSTALS-Dilithium. QANplatform uses CRYSTALS-Dilithium for its activities. Also, CRYSTALS-Dilithium helps secure transactions even against quantum computers. This means that It ensures that your data is secure.

6/#QANplatform comment: The QAN private blockchain will be the first Ethereum EVM-compatible, quantum-resistant #blockchain where developers can code smart contracts in ANY programming language.

It will use NIST primary recommended #PostQuantum algorithm, CRYSTALS-Dilithium.

— QANplatform (@QANplatform) July 17, 2023

QANplatform’s co-founder and CTO, Johann Polecsak, expressed thoughts about the testnet. He said that the team aims to handle current and future problems in the blockchain industry.

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Asunción, Paraguay, September 11th, 2025, Chainwire

Ueno Bank, Paraguay’s largest bank with over 2.2 million customers, announced its transition to quantum-resistant cybersecurity to safeguard digital operations and digitally signed documents. Utilizing quantum-resistant digital signatures and quantum-resistant blockchain technology from SignQuantum and QANplatform, the implementation is being supported by ITTI, Paraguay’s leading technology company.

As quantum computing advances threaten traditional cryptographic systems, Ueno Bank is taking proactive measures to future-proof its operations. Ueno Bank has implemented its first quantum-resistant solution, SignQuantum, a quantum-resistant software add-on for digitally signed documents. It ensures the integrity and authenticity of e-signed documents of the company and their 2.2 million users. Using QANplatform’s quantum-resistant blockchain, document hashes will be securely uploaded with post-quantum signatures, protecting sensitive data from potential falsification.

“Ueno Bank is a technology-driven financial innovator, committed to leading the way in innovation and security,” said Juan Manuel Gustale, President at Ueno Bank. “Adopting SignQuantum and QANplatform’s technology both mitigates future risks and builds confidence with our customers and partners to bring a new standard of cybersecurity in the financial sector.” 

Cybersecurity risks posed by quantum computers exist regardless of the adoption or performance levels of quantum computing. Malicious actors will be able to backdate and modify the content and signature of digitally signed documents using quantum computers, enabling a time travel attack. The current initiative by Ueno Bank pioneers the finance sector’s adoption of quantum-resistant technologies to protect internal operations and customer data against emerging cybersecurity threats.

“We are bringing together numerous stakeholders, ITTI, QANplatform, and Ueno Bank, to pioneer quantum-resistant cybersecurity in the financial sector,” stated Nazmath Nazeer, CEO of SignQuantum. “As the first bank worldwide to implement this technology, Ueno Bank is demonstrating exceptional foresight and leadership to better protect its operation and serve its customers.”

“Ueno Bank’s move towards quantum-resistant security sends a strong signal to the financial and technology sectors in Latin America,” said Luis Angulo, Vice President of ITTI. “As the exclusive distributor of SignQuantum in the region, we are expanding access to this critical technology, starting with our successful implementation with Ueno Bank.”. 

“We’re thrilled to see QANplatform’s quantum-resistant blockchain deployed in robust, real-life environments like Ueno Bank, Paraguay’s largest bank by customer base. This is an outstanding opportunity to prove that QANplatform is capable of not only safeguarding, but also handling large volumes of digital transactions.” – commented Johann Polecsak, Co-Founder and CTO of QANplatform.

About Ueno Bank

Ueno Bank is Paraguay’s largest and fastest-growing financial institution, serving over 2.2 million users through a network of 70 branches and 1,100 ATMs—the most extensive in the country. Established in 2021, Ueno Bank has revolutionized banking in Paraguay by introducing innovative digital services such as fully digital onboarding, dual card vending machines, and a cashless payments network (Wepa). Committed to financial inclusion and innovation, Ueno Bank has positioned itself as a leader in the region. Visit https://www.ueno.com.py/en for more information.

About ITTI

ITTI, Paraguay’s leading technology company, has well-established hubs in Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia, and plans to open offices in three more countries by the end of 2025. ITTI is specializing in innovative IT solutions across multiple sectors including finance, retail, energy, telecommunications, and the public sector. Employing a diverse team of 1,200 professionals. ITTI received the gold award for Digital Banking for Financial Innovators for its ITTI Secure tool — a solution streamlining customer document management with qualified digital signatures — at Fintech Americas 2025 in Miami. In August 2025, ITTI became the exclusive distributor of SignQuantum in Latin America. Visit https://www.itti.digital for more information.

About SignQuantum

SignQuantum is a product of Quantum Software Solutions – a Qatari technology innovation and research lab – member of MBK Holding. SignQuantum prevents quantum computers from modifying digitally signed documents with its post-quantum security add-on. SignQuantum provides cutting-edge, fast-lane solution to kickstart your organization’s quantum-safe transition by integrating with existing e-signature software without requiring modifications to current processes or workflows. SignQuantum leverages QANplatform, the quantum-resistant blockchain for immutable time-stamping. Visit https://www.signquantum.com for more information.

About QANplatform

QANplatform is a blockchain platform that provides unparalleled time to market for Web3 development. It serves startups, SMEs, enterprises, and large government infrastructure projects with quantum-resistant security. QAN’s flagship product is a revolutionary quantum-resistant hybrid blockchain platform with smart contract functionality. It is the first to introduce technology that allows developers to build use cases in any programming language on the blockchain. QANplatform is a member of the Linux Foundation and one of the first 20 members of the Linux Foundation’s Post-Quantum Cryptography Alliance (PQCA). The first EU country implemented QAN’s quantum-resistant technology in 2024. Visit https://www.qanplatform.com for more information.

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