Quantum and Classical Physical Cryptography

Dear Colleagues,

With the rapid development of quantum computing, the deployment of cryptographic algorithms based on mathematical complexity assumptions, such as RSA algorithms, has been severely threatened. Cryptography, a practice based on quantum physical principles and classical physical principles, can maintain high levels of security. In particular, quantum cryptography can theoretically demonstrate its information-theoretic security. After years of efforts by numerous researchers, both quantum and classical physical cryptography have transitioned from the laboratory to practical applications.

The objective of this Special Issue is to compile a selection of articles that showcase the most recent advancements in theories and experiments related to quantum cryptography and classical physical cryptography. We invite submissions related to theoretical and experimental progress in areas such as, but not restricted to, quantum cryptography, quantum communication, quantum networks, physical cryptography, chaotic cryptography, wireless physical layer cryptography and post-quantum cryptography.

Dr. Hua-Lei Yin
Dr. Kaizhi Huang
Dr. Guan-Jie Fan-Yuan
Guest Editors

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