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PQC Hardware Design
Custom ASIC and FPGA designs implementing ML-KEM key encapsulation and ML-DSA digital signatures with hardware acceleration. We can also implement custom PQC algorithms for client-specific requirements.
Dedicated hardware acceleration for quantum-resistant encryption and digital signatures.
QuantumShift provides comprehensive post-quantum cryptography hardware solutions and integration services to help organizations prepare for the quantum computing era. Our team delivers hardware-accelerated quantum-resistant security through dedicated ASIC designs, FPGA implementations, and custom integration services. We combine deep cryptographic expertise with hardware design capabilities to deliver quantum-safe solutions that protect against current and future quantum computing threats while maintaining performance and efficiency.
We deliver end-to-end post-quantum hardware solutions from initial cryptographic assessment and architecture design to ASIC development, integration, and deployment support. Our services span quantum threat analysis, cryptographic algorithm selection, hardware acceleration design, custom chip development, system integration, and ongoing security updates. With expertise across NIST-standardized algorithms (ML-KEM, ML-DSA), hardware security modules, and embedded systems, we help enterprises and governments implement quantum-resistant security with minimal disruption and maximum protection.
Our practice addresses the complete lifecycle of post-quantum hardware security implementation. We specialize in translating advanced cryptographic requirements into efficient hardware designs while ensuring compatibility with existing systems and meeting performance requirements.
Custom ASIC and FPGA designs implementing ML-KEM key encapsulation and ML-DSA digital signatures with hardware acceleration. We can also implement custom PQC algorithms for client-specific requirements.
Integration of post-quantum hardware into existing infrastructure including network appliances, embedded systems, and IoT devices
Performance tuning, power optimization, side-channel protection, and security validation for quantum-resistant implementations
We conduct comprehensive quantum threat assessments of your current cryptographic infrastructure, identify vulnerabilities to quantum attacks, evaluate migration requirements, and develop prioritized roadmaps for post-quantum transition.
Our team designs quantum-resistant security architectures including algorithm selection (ML-KEM, ML-DSA), hardware acceleration strategies, interface specifications, and integration approaches tailored to your performance and security requirements.
Development of custom ASIC or FPGA implementations with optimized cryptographic cores, secure key storage, random number generation, and side-channel protection meeting your power, area, and performance targets.
Rigorous verification including functional testing, security validation, performance benchmarking, side-channel analysis, and compliance testing against NIST standards and industry security requirements.
Comprehensive integration assistance including driver development, API documentation, reference implementations, testing support, and technical training to ensure smooth deployment in your systems.
Ongoing support including security patches, algorithm updates, performance optimization, and advisory services to maintain quantum-resistant security as standards and threats evolve.
We employ rigorous hardware development methodologies combining secure design principles, formal verification, and iterative testing. Our approach includes threat modeling, cryptographic best practices, hardware security guidelines (Common Criteria, FIPS), and continuous security assessment. Regular design reviews, security audits, and compliance validation ensure implementations meet the highest security standards while maintaining development efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Our hardware solutions are built on industry-leading tools and proven cryptographic implementations. We leverage advanced EDA tools for ASIC design, FPGA development platforms (Xilinx, Intel), hardware security IP, and cryptographic libraries. Our team maintains deep expertise in post-quantum algorithms (Kyber/ML-KEM, Dilithium/ML-DSA), hardware description languages (Verilog, VHDL), embedded security, and chip development across multiple process nodes and technology platforms.
We maintain the highest security standards throughout hardware development. All designs incorporate side-channel resistance, secure boot capabilities, tamper detection, and fail-safe mechanisms. Our implementations target compliance with NIST FIPS standards, Common Criteria certifications, and industry-specific security requirements. Comprehensive documentation, security analysis reports, and compliance artifacts ensure your solutions meet regulatory and audit requirements.
We offer multiple engagement structures: custom hardware development for dedicated ASIC or FPGA solutions, integration services for implementing PQC hardware in existing systems, IP licensing for proven cryptographic cores, and advisory services for quantum-safe architecture planning. Our pricing is transparent with options for fixed-price development, NRE-based projects, IP licensing arrangements, and ongoing support subscriptions aligned with your budget and timeline requirements.
We implement NIST-standardized algorithms including ML-KEM (formerly Kyber) for key encapsulation and ML-DSA (formerly Dilithium) for digital signatures. These algorithms are approved by NIST for post-quantum cryptography and provide quantum-resistant security for various use cases. We can also implement custom PQC algorithms for client-specific requirements.
Hardware acceleration provides 10-100x performance improvement over software implementations through dedicated cryptographic engines, parallel processing, and optimized data paths. This enables real-time quantum-safe encryption suitable for high-throughput applications like network security and IoT devices.
Yes. We design hardware solutions with standard interfaces (PCIe, AXI, SPI) and provide comprehensive integration support including drivers, APIs, and reference implementations. Our solutions can be integrated as standalone security modules or embedded within existing hardware platforms.
Development timelines vary by complexity. FPGA prototypes typically require 3-6 months, while custom ASIC development ranges from 9-18 months including design, verification, fabrication, and testing. We provide detailed schedules during initial project planning.
Yes. We support compliance efforts including FIPS 140-3 validation, Common Criteria certification, and industry-specific requirements. We provide necessary documentation, security analysis, and testing support required for certification processes.
Our designs are optimized for power efficiency with typical active power under 500mW and advanced power management for battery-operated devices. Costs vary by volume and features, with development kits available for evaluation and volume pricing for production deployments.
All our hardware designs incorporate side-channel countermeasures against publically known vulnerabilities. We conduct thorough side-channel analysis and testing to validate protection effectiveness.
We offer comprehensive support including security updates, algorithm updates as standards evolve, performance optimization, integration assistance, and technical advisory. Support packages can be customized to your operational requirements and risk tolerance.
Ready to protect your organization from quantum computing threats? Schedule a consultation to discuss your post-quantum cryptography requirements and explore how our solutions can protect your critical systems.