Juniper Networks: Juniper Demonstrates Post-Quantum Cloud Connectivity Using QKD

Juniper Networks has joined forces with LuxQuanta, lyntia, and Merqury Cybersecurity to demonstrate quantum-secure connectivity between on-premises data centers and Amazon Web Services (AWS). The demonstration, conducted at the AWS Direct Connect site in Madrid, showcased a live deployment of quantum-safe encryption over a realistic production environment, securing cloud access across lyntia's optical fiber backbone. The architecture featured a point-to-multipoint quantum network that used dynamic routing over lyntia's existing metro fiber infrastructure. LuxQuanta's Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems delivered encryption keys, which were paired with Juniper's AI-native security portfolio for robust data protection. Merqury Cybersecurity layered in Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) to bolster cloud connectivity, delivering a multi-layered security framework built for resistance against future quantum computing threats. Governments globally have identified data centers as critical infrastructure, and this collaboration signals growing industry momentum toward integrating quantum-resilient cybersecurity into live telecom networks. The successful integration of diverse technologies from multiple vendors demonstrates the feasibility of quantum-ready security frameworks and lays the groundwork for broader deployments. Demonstration used lyntia's metro network and AWS Direct Connect site in Madrid LuxQuanta's QKD tech and Juniper's AI-native encryption secured the fiber backbone Merqury Cybersecurity contributed post-quantum key management and cryptographic layers Initiative aligns with EuroQCI and global efforts to protect critical data infrastructure Builds a scalable model for quantum-secure data center-to-cloud communications "Juniper is dedicated to driving innovation and securing data center connections against evolving threats. By working with these key partners, AWS customers can benefit from cutting-edge quantum technologies that enhance network resiliency," said Raj Yavatkar, Chief Technology Officer at Juniper Networks. Added Sebastian Etcheverry, Chief Technology Officer at LuxQuanta, "Our initiative, in collaboration with AWS, advances the implementation of secure communications to cloud users, marking a crucial step toward scalable, resilient quantum security solutions." Juniper Demonstrates Post-Quantum Cloud Connectivity Using QKD