Quantum Breakthrough from China: Superconducting Computer Origin Wukong Receives Post-Quantum Protection
China's quantum computing system Origin Wukong, based on a superconducting platform, has taken an important step in the field of cybersecurity. Developers have integrated a post-quantum cryptography (PQC) architecture into it, allowing data to be protected from threats posed by both classical and quantum algorithms. To date, the system has successfully completed over 1 million computing tasks in a secure mode.
The solution is based on a 72-qubit processor, supplemented by an embedded software module called Origin Rock. This module provides end-to-end encryption of data transmission, neutralizing "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks. Developers from the Anhui Province Quantum Chip Laboratory emphasize that the PQC framework prevents data theft for future decryption—a strategy that is particularly relevant amid the rise of quantum computing.
Since its public launch, Origin Wukong has been operational for over two years. During this time, the system has recorded 49 million visits from users in 192 countries, indicating high interest in the Chinese quantum platform. Currently, the technology is being tested by Chinese government agencies and enterprises.
The integration of PQC into Origin Wukong is part of China's broader strategy to establish national standards for post-quantum cryptography. Authorities plan to approve these standards within the next three years to ensure the security of critical infrastructure. This is a logical step, given that quantum computers are predicted to be able to break most modern cryptosystems within the next decade.
My analysis: China's breakthrough in integrating PQC and quantum computing is not just a technical achievement but a signal for the entire crypto industry. While the cryptocurrency market hesitates to transition to post-quantum protection, as Quantus developers recently noted, Beijing is already creating functional hybrid systems. If this trend continues, Chinese standards could become de facto global, and falling behind in this race will come at a high cost.