Consortium launches cross-regional pilot on post-quantum security with participation from banks and regulatory stakeholders
The Responsible Fintech Institute and Safeheron have launched a cross-regional pilot program to test post-quantum cryptography for digital asset transactions. The initiative involves banks and regulators working together to establish security standards for financial infrastructure against future quantum computing threats.
Why it matters
As quantum computing advances, financial institutions must proactively secure digital assets against potential decryption threats, making this collaborative standard-setting critical for global financial stability.
Convened by the Responsible Fintech Institute with Safeheron as technology partner, to evaluate and eventually open-source quantum-resilient infrastructure for wallet generation and digital asset transfers in a regulated, cross-jurisdiction setting.
SINGAPORE , Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI) and Safeheron have launched a pilot initiative to evaluate post-quantum cryptography for digital asset transactions, with participation from selected financial institutions and regulatory stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. The initiative is designed to move quantum-safe financial infrastructure from concept into practical testing with participating institutions.
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