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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
IIT Madras signs ₹1-crore deal for tech transfer of silicon photonics-based QRNG
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, on Monday (August 18, 2025) signed a licensing agreement worth ₹1 crore with Indraka Quantum Technologies Pvt. Ltd. for the transfer of technology pertaining to a silicon photonics-based Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG), developed at its Centre for Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuits and Systems. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, and Sankhadip Das, Scientist E., Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, among others, were present, a press release stated. The QRNG technology has critical applications in IT security, cryptographic algorithms, quantum key distribution, scientific modelling and simulations, financial transactions, blockchain, OTP generation, and gaming applications.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
IIT Madras breakthrough: India's first high-speed Quantum RNG is here. Why is it a big deal for ‘unhackable security'
IIT Madras has indigenously developed and licensed to the industry India's first Silicon Photonics-based high-speed Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) in a deal worth Rs. 1 crore. The technology has been transferred to Indrarka Quantum Technologies Pvt. Ltd. for commercial deployment, marking a landmark moment in India's quantum research journey. The indigenous breakthrough strengthens India's role in quantum technology and future-proof security. What is a Silicon Photonics-Based High-Speed Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG)? Computers and algorithms need random numbers for encryption, simulations, gaming, finance, etc. But most of the time, 'random numbers' generated by software aren't truly random, they're pseudo-random, because they come from a predictable formula. A Quantum Random Number Generator taps into the laws of quantum physics, where outcomes are truly unpredictable (like the path of a single photon). That gives you real randomness, which is far more secure. Think of QRNG as a dice that can never be loaded, hacked, or predicted except it rolls billions of times per second. India building its own high-speed version means we can power next-gen secure communications, banking, defence, and even entertainment systems, without depending on foreign tech. The 'Silicon Photonics-Based' part means this technology uses light (photons) on a chip made with silicon, similar to how regular computer chips are made. This makes it scalable, compact, and manufacturable at low cost compared to bulky quantum lab setups. And 'high-speed' means it can generate these truly random numbers extremely fast, suitable for practical, real-world applications. Why is it a big deal? India developing its own QRNG matters because most quantum security hardware today comes from abroad, which is expensive and geopolitically sensitive. In terms of scalability, silicon photonics means this isn't just a lab demo, it can be industrialised and used widely. As quantum computing grows, existing encryption methods may become obsolete. QRNGs will be part of the defence against that. What are the use cases? IT security for military and defence: Secure communications need strong keys. With QRNG, encryption keys can't be guessed, making it much harder to hack sensitive communications. Cryptographic algorithms and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD): These rely on truly random numbers for security. QRNG makes the encryption 'uncrackable' compared to pseudo-random methods. Scientific modelling and simulations: Weather models, physics simulations, drug discovery: all use randomness. Better randomness improves accuracy and reduces biases. Financial transactions, blockchain, OTP generation: Banks and blockchain rely heavily on randomness for secure PINs, OTPs, and transaction verification. QRNG makes fraud much harder. Gaming applications: Online casinos, lotteries, or even e-sports prize systems need certified randomness to be fair. QRNG ensures outcomes are unbiased and tamper-proof. By licensing the QRNG for Rs. 1 crore, IIT Madras has shown that cutting-edge research can be turned into market-ready products. More importantly, it positions India as a serious player in the global quantum security landscape and strengthens the country's technological self-reliance. Mobile Finder: iPhone 17 Pro LATEST specs, features, and price
India Today
4 days ago
- Business
- India Today
IIT Madras licenses India's first silicon photonics quantum random generator
IIT Madras has taken a major step in advancing India's quantum innovation ecosystem by developing and licencing the nation's first silicon photonics-based high-speed Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG).The deal, valued at Rs 1 crore, has been signed with Indrarka Quantum Technologies Pvt Ltd for its commercial landmark technology was created at the Centre for Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuits and Systems (CPPICS), IIT Madras, and marks the beginning of indigenous field-deployable quantum solutions for national and global applications. The licencing agreement was formalised on August 18, 2025, through the institute's Technology Transfer INNOVATION FOR SECURE TECHNOLOGIES Highlighting the importance of the breakthrough, Professor V Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, 'Silicon photonics is an emerging area with strong interface with Quantum Technologies. Random number generation is a critical building block for secure computing and communication. I am extremely excited that the CPPICS has developed this QRNG that could be readily deployed in the market.'A prototype of the QRNG was earlier delivered to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and a refined version deployed at the Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS Chennai) for quantum security APPLICATIONS ACROSS SECTORSThe quantum random generator has wide-ranging uses, including IT security for military and defence, cryptographic algorithms, quantum key distribution, scientific modelling, blockchain systems, financial transactions, OTP generation, and even generating truly random numbers, it addresses one of the most critical needs in encryption and secure Soni, Executive Director of Indrarka Quantum Technologies, said, 'We are honoured to partner with IIT Madras in bringing India's first Silicon Photonics-based QRNG to market. This ground-breaking technology represents a significant leap forward in quantum security solutions and exemplifies the success of the Make in India initiative.'ACADEMIC RESEARCH TRANSLATED INTO INDUSTRY SOLUTIONThe MoU signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), SETS Chennai, and industry partners, underscoring the significance of the the product launch, MeitY Secretary S Krishnan, IAS, congratulated the CPPICS team, describing the innovation as 'a pride for India.'Professor Manu Santhanam, Dean (IC&SR), IIT Madras, said the licencing demonstrates how focused research, combined with industry partnerships, can deliver transformative technologies of national Bijoy Krishna Das, Chief Investigator of CPPICS, added, 'I believe the field-deployable QRNG module is the first silicon photonics-based product from India — a remarkable milestone in our nation's research journey.'The achievement has been credited to faculty, scholars, and engineers at CPPICS, with packaging support from Izmo Microsystems. By moving cutting-edge academic research into industry, IIT Madras has reinforced India's leadership in quantum security technologies.- Ends
