Quantis Newsletter - April 2010
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NEWS IDQ announces the launch of a PCI Express version of its Quantis random number generator to make it compatible with newer servers and computers. The new card is a low profile device, so that it fits in all platforms. This new development will strengthen the position of Quantis as the reference true random number generator for applications in cryptography or online gaming. >> Read more |
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 | NEWS This new software package includes drivers with support for 64-bit operating systems, a new random number acquisition application and an improved library. >> Read more | |
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NEWS IDQ launched in February an online shop for its Quantis True Random Number Generator product range. To celebrate this, free shipping will be offered for Quantis orders placed online. This promotional offer will be available only for a limited period of time. >> Read more |
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CUSTOMER FOCUS Secure eVoting using Quantis “One citizen - one vote” is the central axiom of democracy. To guarantee this in the cyberworld, the State of Geneva relies on a quantum random number generator built by ID Quantique to produce unique identifiers guaranteeing the voters’ anonymity and the vote security. This innovative solution was offered last weekend to 60’000 citizens who had the possibility to cast their vote over the Internet in the framework of the 14th official online ballot held in Geneva on March 7th 2010. >> Read more |
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FROM THE LAB Quantum key distribution is a technology that allows to exploit the laws of quantum physics to secure optical networks. In April 2009, IDQ deployed the SwissQuantum pilot quantum key distribution network in Geneva. This network will run until the end of 2010 to reach more than 18 months of continuous operation. |
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NEWS IDQ has reorganized its activities in three separate business units: network encryption, scientific instrumentation and random number generators. This new organization will allow to better serve the specific needs of customers in these different markets. |
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NEWS To emphasize its recent reorganization into three business units, IDQ changed its logo and corporate identity. |
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