Chunk Works receives grant to accelerate development of its quantum-secure crypto-agility software

HAARLEM, Netherlands - Jan. 16, 2024 - PRLog -- Chunk Works, an innovator of cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions, announces that it has received a grant from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate (EZK) and the European Commission. The funding will be directed towards enhancing the crypto-agility of their flagship product, QuSec™, a quantum-resistant end-to-end security software. The initiative underscores Chunk Works' commitment to preparing organizations for the cybersecurity challenges of the quantum computing era.

This grant, part of the CIF-NL scheme, is a recognition of Chunk Works' commitment to building robust digital defenses in an increasingly quantum-aware world. The funding will help improve the crypto-agile features of QuSec, keeping it at the forefront of next-generation cybersecurity solutions. Chunk Works meets a market need by focusing on crypto-agility, providing a solution that meets current security needs and prepares for future shifts in technology.

Dennis Schouten, co-founder of Chunk Works: "This grant is a strategic boost for us. It supports our mission to enhance QuSec's crypto-agility. We understand that organizations are looking for solutions that are effective now and agile enough to adapt to future changes. A common pain point is achieving true crypto-agility. Our QuSec approach simplifies implementation and makes these advanced capabilities more accessible to a wider audience."

Link to press release: https://chunkworks.net/chunk-works-receives-grant-quantum...

About Chunk Works

Chunk Works helps make organizations' cybersecurity future-ready. It secures data in transit and data at rest in the transition to the post-quantum era. Their flagship product QuSec™—quantum-resistant end-to-end security software for critical data—combines multiple encryption options into a single, simple-to-implement software product. This innovative software combines three critical components: open-source quantum-resistant algorithms, secure hybrid key generation, and exceptional crypto agility. QuSec is an adaptable layer that augments the data security of existing infrastructures, ensuring that organizations are prepared not only for today's challenges, but also for the uncertainties of a quantum computing breakthrough.