Alright, I have technical objections to quantum1net.
Primarily, how is your proposal quantum-safe? The only thing talked about in the papers is a quantum random number generator, something that has been done for years. But random numbers does not give a quantum safe cryptosystem, you need a quantum-safe algorithm in order to protect against quantum computers.
In the proposal you try to show that your random numbers are "better" than a classical RNG/PRNG, however you do not even show the results from a randomness test battery like Diehard/Dieharder.
In fact, quantum random number generators are often worse than a PRNG, as shown by a student of mine. I would be happy to link that research paper, but in the meantime, I'd first like to see technical arguments that substantiate your claims.
All tests as specified in the "Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI)" publication. We have been performed and passed, over 100h of data has been collected. We plan a separate paper to discuss all tests in more details, which potentially will include raw data.
Random numbers are only part of it, the paper does not detail the actual encryption algorithms, only the key distribution device is covered by Yellow paper. There are 2 applications 1) key generation using timestamps over conventional network when communicating entities receive timestamps (not actual random numbers), from which random bits are generated 2) key distribution by delivering actual photons (again, not numbers) over fiber networks.
The device generates random numbers that belong to certain linear group, Z4 would be one example, producing pairs of public and private keys, the encryption itself is not covered in the public papers, but can only be discussed with an NDA in place.
There are 3 separate parts to it:
1. The physical device capable of (true) quantum key distribution (partially covered by the yellow paper)
2. Encryption algorithms utilizing these keys (not kyes discussed in detail, there are many options)
3. Authentication of communicating entities in the real time using timestamps (if classical network) or photon detection (over quantum network)
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Edit: All tests as specified in the "Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI)" publication. << We can send you the paper if you'd like.
