Key Takeaways
- PQShield launches UltraPQ-Suite for specialised post-quantum cryptography implementations
- New PQPlatform-TrustSys delivers a PQC-first Root of Trust solution
- Designed for ASIC and FPGA compliance with NSA CNSA 2.0 and NIST standards
- Ultra fast, ultra secure and ultra small pillars address diverse industry needs
- FIPS 140-3 certification reinforces PQShield’s leadership in quantum-safe solutions
UltraPQ-Suite from a Leading Quantum Security Company
As a leading quantum security company, PQShield are proud to announce the launch of a newly updated product suite, beginning with the introduction of PQPlatform-TrustSys – a new quantum-safe Root of Trust solution that will enable ASIC and FPGA hardware to achieve compliance with new PQC standards set out in regulations like the NSA’s CNSA 2.0.
PQPlatform-TrustSys falls under the ultra secure pillar of PQShield’s UltraPQ-Suite, which offers a range of ultra fast, ultra small and ultra secure highly optimized implementations of PQC for critical use cases as the global supply chain delivers the transition to new cryptographic standards.
Deeply-Specialised Implementations of PQC for a Post-Standards World
Our varied product suite allows organisations to choose implementations of PQC that best match their priorities – something that is increasingly important for manufacturers that require either fast-performance, high-security, or low-footprint solutions.
Its three pillars – ultra fast, ultra secure and ultra small – means we are able to deliver high quality PQC products to address customers’ optimisation problems head-on.
Ultra Fast
Ultra fast delivers high-performance PQC at the core of the network to accelerate new and existing applications in FPGA or ASIC. Our core product in this category, PQPerform-Lattice, optimises key encapsulations per second to maintain strong latency performance and optimise power consumption. This is particularly critical in the networking sector, for example with applications like firewalls, routers and HSMs.
Ultra Secure
Our ultra secure implementations are optimised for use in products that are the target of highly sophisticated attackers, for instance in critical infrastructure devices with a long lifecycle that require the highest levels of integrity.
Side channel attack (SCA) and fault injection attack (FIA) resistance are also key to this category. This is particularly important for device attestation, where confirming that your device has not been tampered with, compromised, or running unauthorized firmware/software enabling remote trust establishment is critical. PQPlatform-TrustSys is our leading product in this pillar but there are also a range of modular IPs that can future proof existing security implementations.
Ultra Small
Ultra small targets implementations in memory-constrained devices, embedded systems, microcontrollers and devices that are already in the field, like energy smart meters and industrial controls. Our leading ultra small product, PQCryptoLib-Embedded, is the smallest implementation of PQC on the market. This is particularly useful for OEMs and device manufacturers, where efficient implementations of PQC are needed to secure end-to-end-encrypted (E2EE) comms channels, as well as ensuring data confidentiality and integrity.
Our deep knowledge of global PQC standards (as co-authors of all PQC standards to date), cryptographic algorithms, patented technologies, protocols and security techniques sets us apart from both competitors and open-source alternatives. Our solutions are rigorously tested to meet Cloud, Edge, or Government grade standards, aligning across certifications like NIST, Common Criteria, SESIP, and PSA.
Introducing PQPlatform-TrustSys – PQC-First Root of Trust
In 2024, the PKfail vulnerability highlighted multiple security issues within Secure Boot and Secure Update mechanisms, which now need to be updated to PQC to protect organisations and maintain platform security, as Secure Boot and Secure Update play a fundamental role in protecting against malware.
Regulatory Timelines and RSA Phase-Out
Product developers will need to ensure they meet both existing and new regulatory requirements with clear timelines set out by NIST, both for the adoption of PQC and more crucial for Secure Boot, the complete phase-out of RSA by 2035.
Designed for Compliance and Integration Efficiency
The newest product in our range, PQPlatform-TrustSys, is designed to respond to these challenges, helping manufacturers achieve compliance with cybersecurity regulations with minimal integration time and effort. Built as a PQC-first design, this allows for strong, efficient, and quantum-resistant security implementations, free from the limitations of older architectures.
Advanced Key Management and Root of Trust Enforcement
PQPlatform-TrustSys offers comprehensive key management by tracking the key’s origin and permission including key revocation, which is an essential and often overlooked part of securing any large-scale cryptographic deployment.
It allows the Root of Trust to enforce restrictions on critical operations and maintain security even if the host system is compromised. Additionally, both key origin and permission attributes are extended to cryptographic accelerators that are connected to a Private Peripheral Bus.
Protection Against Physical and Side-Channel Attacks
When a device is physically exposed to potential attackers – which includes most implementations of ASIC and FPGA hardware in consumer devices, automotive use, and communications networks – so-called “side-channel attacks” that exploit timing, power, and fault vulnerabilities need to be considered as well.
Our Perspective on Implementation Challenges
Ali El Kaafarani, founder and CEO of PQShield, said:
“With new standards announced, last year was pivotal in the progress towards quantum security. 2025 is where we run into the real challenge – implementation. Given the wide range of implementation use cases, we need to offer manufacturers enough flexibility and crypto-agility to roll out PQC in a way that meets their priorities.
“I am proud to be launching PQShield’s UltraPQ-Suite to help the supply chain on this journey. Our ultra secure, ultra fast and ultra small products address the major challenges manufacturers face when choosing an implementation of PQC, enabling them to more easily protect the next generation of devices and digital infrastructure that reaches the market.”
Supporting the Global Supply Chain
Dr Axel Poschmann, VP of Product at PQShield, said:
“I am excited to introduce PQPlatform-TrustSys to support ASIC and FPGA manufacturers in bringing quantum-safe products to market. This hardware holds a critical role in the global technology supply chain, and by assisting its adoption of post-quantum cryptography, we can help accelerate the overall global transition to quantum security.”
Certification and Proven Delivery
The launch follows our achievement of FIPS 140-3 certification through the Cryptographic Module Verification Program (CMVP), which is designed to evaluate cryptographic modules and provide agencies and organizations with a metric for security products, as well as building our own silicon test chip to prove this can all be delivered ‘first time right’.
Start Your Post-Quantum Transition with Confidence
The shift to post-quantum cryptography is no longer theoretical. With regulatory deadlines approaching and implementation challenges accelerating, now is the time to act.
Whether you are developing ASICs, FPGAs, embedded systems or critical infrastructure, PQShield’s UltraPQ-Suite provides the performance, security and flexibility required to future-proof your products.
Get in touch with PQShield today to explore how PQPlatform-TrustSys and the wider UltraPQ-Suite can help you achieve quantum-safe compliance with confidence and speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a quantum security company do?
A quantum security company develops cryptographic solutions that protect against attacks from future quantum computers. PQShield specialises in post-quantum cryptography designed for hardware, embedded systems and secure infrastructure.
What is PQPlatform-TrustSys?
PQPlatform-TrustSys is PQShield’s PQC-first Root of Trust solution built for ASIC and FPGA hardware. It supports compliance with emerging standards such as CNSA 2.0 and NIST PQC requirements.
Why must hardware manufacturers adopt post-quantum cryptography?
NIST has established timelines for transitioning to quantum-resistant algorithms and phasing out RSA by 2035. Manufacturers must adopt PQC to ensure long-term regulatory compliance and security resilience.
Which industries benefit from UltraPQ-Suite?
Networking, automotive, industrial control, embedded systems and critical infrastructure sectors benefit from optimised PQC implementations tailored to performance, security and footprint constraints.
Is PQShield certified for cryptographic security?
Yes. PQShield has achieved FIPS 140-3 certification through the Cryptographic Module Verification Program, validating the robustness and compliance of its cryptographic modules.