SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 14, 2025Interesting Engineering

China’s new quantum satellite communication link is practically impossible to hack

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China has successfully deployed a quantum satellite communication link spanning 12,800 km between Beijing and South Africa. This ultra-secure system uses quantum key distribution, making it practically impossible to hack. China aims to launch a global quantum communication network by 2027, potentially revolutionizing secure communications for national defense and finance. The technology leverages quantum mechanics principles to create a highly secure system that far exceeds traditional encryption methods.

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