Telstra
About Telstra
Telstra Group Limited (formerly Telstra Corporation) is an Australian telecommunications company founded in 1975 (privatized 1997), headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Telstra conducts quantum networking trials deploying quantum key distribution (QKD) demonstrations and exploring quantum-safe telecommunications infrastructure. The company collaborates with Australian quantum technology companies including Q-CTRL and Silicon Quantum Computing advancing practical quantum communications capabilities. In October 2025, Telstra and Silicon Quantum Computing announced results from a joint initiative taking quantum computing out of the lab and into the telecommunications industry, marking a new milestone in Australia’s journey towards quantum-enabled digital infrastructure. Telstra explores quantum encryption for secure communications and quantum networking for future telecommunications infrastructure. The company serves Australian telecommunications markets, enterprise customers, and government agencies requiring quantum-safe communications and quantum technology exploration. Telstra contributes to Australian quantum technology ecosystem advancing quantum communications and quantum networking for telecommunications industry positioning Australia as quantum technology leader in Asia-Pacific region.
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: 1975
- Country: Australia
- Website: https://www.telstra.com.au
- Categories: quantum communication, quantum networking
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