Elmos and IDQ Develop World’s Smallest QRNG Solution
Opening 2025 as the “International Year of Quantum,” Elmos Semiconductor SE, a leading supplier of automotive mixed-signal semiconductors and ID Quantique (IDQ), a global leader in quantum cybersecurity, have a signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as a basis for their strategic collaboration to develop the world’s smallest monolithically integrated Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) solution.
With cybersecurity threats increasing due to the rapid rise of AI and quantum computing, the need for safe and robust encryption is strongly growing. Random numbers, a cornerstone of secure cryptography, are increasingly vulnerable when generated by traditional methods such as pseudo-random number generators (PRNGs) or true random number generators (TRNGs). The innovative QRNG single chip solution by Elmos uses quantum principles based on in-chip photoemission to generate the highest quality randomness, ensuring unparalleled cryptographic security. This solution is inherently robust against any type of cyberattacks (such as variation of temperature, supply voltage, light, physical pressure, or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)).
The partnership between Elmos and IDQ combines Elmos’s expertise in high-quality semiconductor development and production with IDQ’s leadership in quantum technologies. Together, they are developing a 2mm x 2mm monolithic QRNG module, making it the smallest QRNG in the world. Early prototypes confirm that the IC delivers an exceptional cost-performance ratio with ultra-low power consumption and extremely short start-up time. This QRNG technology allows scalable key rates and will be available as a stand-alone IC or by intellectual property (IP) licensing opportunities to broaden its application across various industries and CMOS technologies. This collaboration underscores commitment of both companies to innovation in the field of cybersecurity. With their solutions, both partners make an important contribution to building a secure digital infrastructure for automotive, communication, and IoT industries ensuring long-term security in the quantum era.
About ID Quantique
Founded in 2001, ID Quantique (IDQ) is the world leader in quantum-safe crypto solutions, designed to protect data for the future. The company provides quantum-safe network encryption, secure quantum key generation, and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) solutions and services to the financial industry, enterprises, and government organizations globally. IDQ’s quantum random number generator has been validated according to global standards and independent agencies and is the reference in highly regulated and mission-critical industries such as security, encryption, critical infrastructure, and IoT — where trust is paramount.
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