KPN
About KPN
Koninklijke KPN N.V. (Royal KPN) is a Dutch telecommunications and IT provider founded in 1989 (privatized from PTT), headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands. KPN explores quantum communications including quantum key distribution (QKD) trials and quantum-safe telecommunications infrastructure. The company collaborates with Dutch quantum technology companies and QuTech research center advancing practical quantum communications deployments. KPN investigates post-quantum cryptography and quantum networking capabilities for telecommunications infrastructure. The company serves Netherlands telecommunications markets enterprises and government agencies requiring quantum-safe communications. KPN contributes to Netherlands quantum technology ecosystem advancing quantum communications research and quantum networking for telecommunications industry supporting Dutch quantum technology leadership protecting telecommunications infrastructure against quantum computing threats.
2025 Developments: Development of quantum networking infrastructure and protocols continues in 2025. Research efforts focus on extending quantum communication range and reliability. Partnerships with telecommunications providers expand deployment opportunities.
Company Information
- Founded: 1989
- Country: Netherlands
- Website: https://www.kpn.com
- Categories: quantum communication, telecommunications
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