Aconnic and Arqit Unveil Quantum-Safe Firewall at MWC 2026

aconnic AG and Arqit Quantum Inc. have announced a partnership to launch a quantum-safe industrial OT security gateway at the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. This collaboration aims to address the increasing threat from quantum computing on existing cryptographic methods.

The solution integrates Arqit’s post-quantum cryptography with aconnic's iGate 3000 firewall, offering enhanced security features. This development marks a critical step in protecting critical infrastructure against potential future cyber threats.

The new gateway is designed for industrial networks and critical environments, ensuring long-term cryptographic resilience. It showcases aconnic's commitment to securing operational technologies with European engineering excellence.

By combining advanced hardware and software technologies, the partnership promises a robust security architecture, emphasizing the need for quantum-safe measures in modern telecommunications and infrastructure networks.