QNu Labs and VIAVI Partner to Accelerate Quantum-Safe Network Security

QNu Labs and VIAVI Form Strategic Partnership to Pioneer Quantum-Safe Communications

QNu Labs, a global leader in hybrid quantum cybersecurity solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV), a leading provider of network test, monitoring, and assurance solutions. This collaboration will accelerate the development of advanced quantum security and network intelligence technologies—marking the first phase in forming a global industry consortium to enable open innovation in quantum-safe communication across sectors and research communities.

As the world transitions toward quantum-safe computing, resilient and efficient system architectures have become essential - especially at the optical layer, where quantum communication meets physical network infrastructure. QNu Labs and VIAVI will jointly focus on transforming quantum science from lab-based innovation to trusted, field-deployable solutions.

The partnership will deliver industry-defined test cases and certification mechanisms for quantum-safe technologies, including post-quantum cryptography (PQC), quantum key distribution (QKD), quantum random number generation (QRNG), and hybrid PQC-QKD systems. Together, the organizations will create practical frameworks and reference architectures to secure deployments across telecom, finance, defense, aerospace, government, and enterprise networks.

By aligning with standards from NIST, ETSI, and other global quantum-safe initiatives, this alliance will advocate for harmonized approaches to crypto-agility, crypto-resilience, and secure orchestration across hybrid infrastructures. The partnership will also establish guidelines for integrating quantum-safe algorithms into core, RAN, transport, edge, and cloud network layers—ensuring smooth interoperability with existing classical systems.

“Quantum-safe communications are vital for the next era of digital trust,” said Sunil Gupta, CEO, QNu Labs. “Our collaboration with VIAVI combines globally recognized network intelligence with QNu’s deep quantum cybersecurity expertise to create scalable, trustworthy, and future-ready security architectures. This partnership represents a major step forward in helping organizations migrate from classical to quantum-safe ecosystems.”

“Trusted partners that combine innovation with deep scientific and engineering experience are essential for successfully transitioning quantum communication from research to real-world deployment,” added Sameh Yamany, Chief Technology Officer, VIAVI. “VIAVI’s leadership in fiber optics complements QNu’s pioneering work in quantum-safe systems, enabling practical, resilient, and verifiable quantum-secure environments.”

About QNu Labs

QNu Labs – Born in India, Built for the World – is the world’s only full-stack hybrid quantum cybersecurity company delivering hardware and software solutions that secure critical infrastructure globally. Founded in 2016 at IIT Madras Research Park and backed by the National Quantum Mission (India), QNu operates across India, the USA, the Middle East, and Australia. Its flagship SaaS platform, QShield™, delivers end-to-end quantum-safe security using globally certified QKD, QRNG, PQC, and hybrid systems.

Learn more at qnulabs.com and follow us on LinkedIn, the QNu Blog, White Papers, and YouTube.

About VIAVI

Viavi Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in network test, monitoring, and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, aerospace, defense, and government sectors. The company also leads in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, and industrial applications. Learn more at www.viavisolutions.com.