The Security of Quantum Computing in 6G: from Technical Perspectives to Ethical Implications

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2504.10040v1
• Date: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:42:16 GMT
• Title: The Security of Quantum Computing in 6G: from Technical Perspectives to Ethical Implications
• Authors: Luca Barbieri, Abdelkrim Menina, Riccardo Bassoli, Frank H. P. Fitzek,
• Abstract summary: We discuss the importance of a reliable quantum service provider and its implication on the ethical aspects concerning digital sovereignty.<n>We propose a partnership model based on cooperation, coordination, and collaboration giving rise to a trusted, ethical, and inclusive quantum ecosystem.
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• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: Quantum technologies hold promise as essential components for the upcoming deployment of the future 6G network. In this future network, the security and trustworthiness requirements are not considered fulfilled with the current state of the quantum computers, as the malicious behaviour on the part of the service provider towards the user may still be present. Therefore, this article provides an initial interdisciplinary work of regulations and solutions in the scope of trustworthy quantum computing for future 6G that can be viewed as complimentary regulations to the existing strategies shared by different actors of states and organizations. More precisely, we describe the importance of a reliable quantum service provider and its implication on the ethical aspects concerning digital sovereignty. By exploring the critical relationship between trustworthiness and digital sovereignty in the context of future 6G networks, we analyse a trade-off between accessibility to this new technology and preservation of digital sovereignty engaging in parallel the United Nation's (UN's) sustainable development goals. Furthermore, we propose a partnership model based on cooperation, coordination, and collaboration giving rise to a trusted, ethical, and inclusive quantum ecosystem, whose implications can spill over to the entire global scenario.

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