# Terra Quantum and Apex.AI Demonstrate Quantum-Safe Security for Long-Lived, Cloud-Connected, Software-Defined Systems

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- Published: 2026-07-24T02:41:00+07:00
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**Successful implementation demonstrates secure edge-to-cloud communication using
NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptography while preserving existing application
architectures and software investments.**

ST. GALLEN, Switzerland and PALO ALTO, Calif., July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Terra
Quantum, a global leader in quantum technologies, and Apex.AI, a leading provider
of safe and secure software for software-defined vehicles and intelligent machines,
today announced the successful implementation of NIST-standardized post-quantum 
cryptography (PQC) for secure communication between an Apex.AI-based robotic software
environment and a cloud-based control system.

 [⌊Markus Pflitsch, Founder, CEO and Chairman of Terra Quantum.⌉](https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1925051/Portrait-Markus-Pflitsch-CEO-TQ-portrait-neext.jpg?id=OA2785969&p=medium600)

Markus Pflitsch, Founder, CEO and Chairman of Terra Quantum.

The collaboration demonstrates how connected robotic, automotive, and defense systems
can securely exchange information with cloud services using standardized quantum-
resistant cryptography while preserving the communication patterns and distributed
software architectures that modern intelligent systems rely on. The implementation
provides a practical blueprint for bringing quantum-safe security to long-lived 
connected systems without requiring fundamental changes to existing applications.

As quantum computing continues to advance, many of today’s widely deployed public-
key cryptographic algorithms are expected to become vulnerable to cryptographically
relevant quantum computers. For software-defined vehicles, autonomous systems, connected
robotics, data of national security concern, and platforms designed to remain in
service for decades, this creates a long-term cybersecurity challenge. These systems
increasingly depend on secure communication with cloud-based services for monitoring,
diagnostics, software updates, fleet management, coordination, and remote operation,
making the transition to quantum-resistant security an important priority.

The implementation combines Terra Quantum’s post-quantum cryptography capabilities
with Apex.OS to enable secure cloud communication using NIST-standardized quantum-
resistant cryptographic algorithms. Apex.OS provides the software-defined robotics
and intelligent-machine foundation for this joint solution, enabling secure edge-
to-cloud communication in an application environment representative of modern autonomous
and connected systems. Importantly, the solution preserves existing communication
workflows and application architectures, enabling organizations to strengthen cybersecurity
while maintaining compatibility with modern distributed software systems.

"Connected intelligent systems are rapidly becoming critical infrastructure," said
Markus Pflitsch, CEO, Founder and Chairman of Terra Quantum. "The vehicles, robots,
and industrial systems being deployed today will still be operating when quantum
computers begin challenging today’s cryptographic standards. Organizations cannot
afford to wait until that moment arrives. This implementation demonstrates that 
NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptography is ready to protect cloud-connected 
systems today, providing a practical path toward quantum resilience without disrupting
existing software architectures."

Dr. Florian Neukart, Chief Technology Officer at Terra Quantum, added: "The transition
to post-quantum cryptography must be practical, standards-based, and interoperable
with the software systems organizations already operate. Our collaboration with 
Apex.AI demonstrates that NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptography can be integrated
into modern robotics and software-defined vehicle environments without changing 
application logic or communication architectures. By preserving existing development
workflows while strengthening cryptographic resilience, we enable organizations 
to begin their migration to quantum-safe security today."

Dr. Jan Becker, CEO at Apex.AI, said: "Software-defined vehicles, intelligent machines,
and connected defense systems increasingly rely on trusted communication with cloud
infrastructure throughout their operational lifetime. Our collaboration with Terra
Quantum demonstrates that standardized post-quantum cryptography can be integrated
into modern robotics software environments while preserving the flexibility, scalability,
and communication models developers rely on to build next-generation intelligent
systems. For organizations developing platforms that may remain in operation for
years or decades, preparing for post-quantum security is becoming an important lifecycle
consideration that should be addressed early in the architecture and product planning
process."

Unlike approaches that require redesigning applications or communication frameworks,
the demonstrated implementation enables organizations to begin adopting standardized
post-quantum security using technologies available today. By preserving established
software architectures while replacing vulnerable cryptographic building blocks,
organizations can prepare long-lived connected systems for the post-quantum era 
with minimal operational disruption.

The implementation is particularly relevant for industries operating mission-critical
connected assets, including robotics, autonomous mobility, industrial automation,
manufacturing, logistics, aerospace, defense, and critical infrastructure, where
devices deployed today must remain secure throughout operational lifecycles that
often extend well beyond the arrival of cryptographically relevant quantum computers.

Beyond securing individual platforms, the joint solution enables quantum-safe protection
of interconnected Systems-of-Systems operating across cloud, edge, autonomous, and
mission networks. In line with NATO’s Multi-Domain Operations approach, resilient
and interoperable communication infrastructures are essential to orchestrate effects
across land, air, maritime, cyber, and space domains. The demonstrated architecture
provides a scalable foundation for secure information exchange and mission assurance
across complex, software-defined operational ecosystems.

As governments and industry accelerate the adoption of NIST’s post-quantum cryptographic
standards, the collaboration demonstrates that organizations can begin their migration
to quantum-safe communication today using standardized technologies without redesigning
existing software-defined systems.

**About Terra Quantum  ** 

Terra Quantum Group is a leading quantum technology company based in Germany and
Switzerland. It provides "Quantum as a Service (QaaS)" in three core areas, the 
first one being "Quantum Algorithms as a Service". Here, customers are provided 
access to an extensive library of algorithms, such as hybrid quantum optimization
and hybrid quantum neural networks, which can be used for solving complex logistics
problems or pattern recognition, among other things. Terra Quantum also develops
new quantum algorithms for its customers or adapts existing algorithms to their 
specific needs. Secondly, through "Quantum Computing as a Service", Terra Quantum
offers its customers access to its proprietary high-performance simulated quantum
processing units (QPU), the quantum ecosystem’s physical QPUs, while also developing
native QPUs. The third division is "Quantum Security as a Service," through which
Terra Quantum offers its unique solutions for secure quantum and post quantum communications
worldwide. Visit us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/terra-quantum-ag/)
 and our [webpage.](https://terraquantum.swiss/)

**About Apex.AI**

Apex.AI is an international software company specializing in the development of 
safety-certified, developer-friendly, and scalable software for mobility systems,
aiming to accelerate the transition to software-defined vehicles and mobility. Founded
in 2017 by Jan Becker and Dejan Pangercic, the company is based in Palo Alto, California,
with offices in Munich, Stuttgart, Tokyo, and Pangyo.  To date, Apex.AI has raised
over $75 million USD from world-class venture, financial and strategic investors
including AGCO, Airbus Ventures, Canaan, Continental AG, Daimler Truck, HELLA Ventures,
Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion Ventures, LG Electronics, Lightspeed, Orillion, Toyota
Ventures, Volvo Group Venture Capital and ZF.

The company’s flagship product, Apex.OS, consists of two core components: Apex.Grace
and Apex.Ida. Visit us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/apex-ai/) 
and our [webpage](https://www.apex.ai/).

 

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