Quantum Security and Cryptography - You Are - Probably - Doing it Wrong

Explore the complex world of quantum cryptography in this 36-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve beyond the basic concept of Alice and Bob exchanging qubits to discover a range of exotic applications that leverage quantum effects for information security, achieving results impossible with traditional cryptographic methods. Learn why these quantum applications are relevant and important, despite many being far from practical implementation. Gain insights from speaker Tommaso Gagliardoni on the current state of quantum cryptography, its potential future impacts, and common misconceptions in the field. Understand the implications of quantum technologies for existing security protocols and explore cutting-edge research in quantum-safe cryptography.