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QuantumCTek

QuantumCTek is China's largest quantum communication company, responsible for building the world's most extensive QKD network — the 2,000 km Beijing-Shanghai quantum backbone. The company develops QKD systems, quantum random number generators, and quantum-safe communication products deployed across Chinese government, financial, and military networks. Listed on the Shanghai STAR Market, QuantumCTek is at the center of China's national quantum communication strategy.

Country
China
Founded
2009
Stage
Public

Stock · Shanghai STAR: 688027

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