JAKARTA \u2014 Advances in quantum computing are increasing the need to\nstrengthen data security and digital transactions in Indonesia. The\ntechnology could weaken currently used cryptographic methods, making it\nnecessary to take preventive steps to protect information over the long\nterm.<\/p>\n
One approach being prepared is post-quantum cryptography (PQC), a\nform of cryptography designed to counter potential threats from quantum\ncomputers. Its development is part of efforts to strengthen national\ncyber resilience as the public and businesses become increasingly\nreliant on digital services.<\/p>\n
Perusahaan Umum Percetakan Uang Republik Indonesia (Peruri) and PT\nTelkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk are exploring cooperation to develop PQC\ntechnology through the signing of a memorandum of understanding. The\ncooperation forms part of the Quantum-Safe Indonesia initiative, which\nalso involves the National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) and Danantara\nIndonesia.<\/p>\n
The memorandum was signed during the Danantara Technology Innovation\nInvestment Forum (DTIIF) 2026 at the Fairmont Jakarta on Tuesday (27\nOctober 2026). It was signed by Peruri President Director Teguh Arief\nIndratmoko and Telkom President Director Nanang Hendarno.<\/p>\n
Teguh said readiness for advances in quantum computing was an\nimportant part of maintaining trust in digital services. He said\nsecurity needed to be strengthened particularly for services involving\ndigital identities, electronic certificates, digital signatures and\nelectronic documents.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs part of the national digital trust ecosystem, PERURI sees\nreadiness for the post-quantum era as an important element in\nstrengthening trust in digital services. This collaboration creates\nscope to combine digital trust, cybersecurity and cryptography\ncapabilities to develop solutions relevant to Indonesia\u2019s needs,\u201d Teguh\nsaid in a press release on Wednesday (28 October 2026).<\/p>\n
The cooperation covers exploring PQC development, assessing the\nreadiness of security systems and developing potential applications for\ndigital services. The two companies will also build human-resource\ncapabilities to prepare for changes in information security\ntechnology.<\/p>\n
In carrying out the work, Peruri and Telkom will draw on their\nrespective capabilities, guided by BSSN\u2019s cybersecurity frameworks and\nstandards. Danantara Indonesia will also support coordination and\ncooperation among institutions in developing the national digital\nsecurity ecosystem.<\/p>\n
Nanang said developments in quantum technology needed to be\nanticipated early because they concerned the long-term readiness of\ndigital security systems. Organisations, he said, needed to understand\nthe state of the cryptographic technology they use before deciding how\nto mitigate potential risks.<\/p>\n
\u201cDevelopments in quantum technology should be viewed as a long-term\nreadiness issue for the digital ecosystem. Through collaboration with\nBSSN and PERURI, and with Danantara\u2019s orchestration support, Telkom\nwants to help build capabilities that enable organisations to understand\ntheir cryptographic assets, assess their level of readiness and prepare\nmitigation measures in a more structured way. Today\u2019s signing is a\nstrategic foundation, while the technical implementation will continue\nto be examined with the parties involved,\u201d Nanang said.<\/p>\n
Nanang stressed that the memorandum was an initial foundation for\ncooperation, not the start of full technical implementation. The\ndevelopment and deployment of the technology will be discussed further\nwith the parties involved.<\/p>\n
Through the Quantum-Safe Indonesia initiative, cross-institutional\ncooperation is expected to help prepare digital security systems for\nadvances in quantum computing. This readiness is needed to protect data,\nensure reliable transactions and sustain digital services in\nIndonesia.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/indonesia-develops-cryptography-technology-to-prepare-for-the-quantum-computing-era-1793184801", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }