On Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (from 9:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. CET), Elektor Academy Pro is hosting a full-day online conference on “Post-Quantum Cryptography” (PQC) and their use in embedded and (I)IoT systems. At the conference, cryptography and security experts will report on the latest trends, best practices, and innovative PQC implementations for embedded and (I)IoT systems. The full-day event is aimed at security and cryptography specialists, PQC strategists, and scientists with an interest in practical implementations.

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Why PQC Is Important?

It is currently impossible to predict exactly when quantum computers will be able to break traditional cryptographic methods such as RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) or ECC (Elliptic Curve Cryptography). Whether this happens in 5, 10, 15, or even more years – once that moment arrives, companies and their security teams must be prepared for what is known as “Q Day.” This is especially critical for businesses in the embedded and IoT sectors, where devices are often designed for long lifecycles. The reason: there is a risk of attacks based on the principle of “harvest now, decrypt later,” in which encrypted data is intercepted today and decrypted later using quantum capabilities.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued a call back in 2017 for the development of new algorithms that can withstand quantum computer attacks. In August 2024, the first three official NIST standards for post-quantum cryptography were published – these are the first algorithms considered secure against quantum threats. Additionally, an EU working group released a “coordinated roadmap for the transition to post-quantum cryptography” this summer, outlining recommendations for member states to ensure a synchronized migration to PQC. Similar initiatives are underway in other regions as well.

These efforts are essential, but unfortunately, existing PQC algorithms are more resource-intensive than traditional ones. This makes their implementation in resource-constrained environments particularly challenging. In our online conference, we will explore these and related issues so participants can accurately assess how to take the next steps to ensure their systems remain secure even after Q Day.

What You Can Expect from the Online Conference

The PQC Conference offers a compact learning experience that combines six practical, 45-minute presentations with 15-minute live Q&As. 

In the presentations, participants will, among other things:
  • learn about the status quo of current PQC standardization efforts and how these can be implemented in real-world projects
  • learn more about the hurdles of crypto agility and the opportunities in the transition to PQC
  • learn how the PQC transition can be advanced technically and in terms of timing based on the EU ECCG recommendation
  • gain insights into the operation of NIST PQC candidates on low-power embedded systems
  • post-quantum cryptography in eMRTDs: evaluation of PAKE and PKI for travel documents

You will gain in-depth insights and advanced knowledge that you can immediately apply to your projects and pass on to your teams and your company.

Why Should You Register now?

  • Prepare your systems now to be ready for Q Day
  • Access to 6 expert presentations with live Q&A
  • Unlimited access to all recordings and materials
  • Convenient online participation from your own desk
  • Certificate of participation included

Tickets and Registration

Regular price: €289,-
Elektor Member price (Gold, Green): €149,-
 


 
Elektor Academy Pro is a new, practice-oriented product portfolio for engineers and companies in the electronics and embedded systems industry who are looking for practical, applicable training opportunities. In a rapidly evolving technology landscape, traditional theory is no longer enough—professionals need skills they can apply immediately in the workplace. Building on Elektor's tradition of experience-based learning, Academy Pro includes practical learning courses, event formats, and interactive, hands-on methods that transform knowledge into innovation. With over 60 years of practical training and a strong focus on real-world technical applications, this initiative empowers teams to learn, innovate, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.