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South Korea is launching a three-year initiative to expand quantum communications testbeds, aiming to commercialize domestic technology through interoperability hubs in Singapore, Poland, and Bulgaria. The program allocates 7.4 billion won for 2026 to support cross-border testing of long-distance wireless quantum cryptography and multi-point entanglement distribution. This strategic move reinforces Seoul's position as a key node in the global quantum internet ecosystem by fostering collaboration between government and private consortia like KT and SK Broadband.
South Korea Expands Quantum Communications Testbeds Through 2028

Insider Brief South Korea’s government and private companies plan to widen quantum communications testing at home and abroad through commercial, overseas and future hubs, Seoul Economic Daily reported. The three-year effort runs from this year through 2028, with the aim of commercializing domestically developed quantum communications technology and products. The Ministry of Science and ICT […]
South Korea plans to expand its quantum communications testing infrastructure through three hubs focused on commercial applications, overseas interoperability and next-generation technologies through 2028. The Ministry of Science and ICT selected a KT-led consortium to operate the commercial and future hubs and an SK Broadband-led consortium to manage the overseas hub, with 7.4 billion won allocated for 2026.…
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