QANplatform and IBM Partner to Launch Quantum-Resistant AI-Powered Cybersecurity Solution

QANplatform, an innovative Layer 1 blockchain platform, has teamed up with IBM. They’re excited to announce their partnership as an official IBM Business Partner. Together, they’re introducing QAN Q-Cluster. It’s a tamper-proof system that uses AI to detect log anomalies. Plus, it incorporates quantum-resistant blockchain technology for durability and persistence.

This collaboration showcases QANplatform’s commitment to providing secure solutions that tackle real-world business challenges using IBM technology.

According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, the average cost of a data breach has now reached $4.88 million per incident. That’s a 10% increase from last year. Breaches involving data stored across multiple environments, like public and private clouds, averaged over $5 million. They took about 283 days to identify and contain. Alarmingly, one in three breaches involved shadow data. This highlights how difficult it is to track and protect data. It shows a critical need for strong cybersecurity measures across all sectors.

When a cybersecurity breach occurs, hackers often target logging systems. They do this to delete or alter evidence of the breach. After an attack, it can be nearly impossible to identify or prove what happened. While log aggregators can help, they can also be compromised. This makes it hard for victims to tell which logs are genuine and which have been tampered with. This can create a false sense of security.

QANplatform’s solution addresses this problem directly. QAN Q-Cluster guarantees 100% confidence in cluster integrity. It’s mathematically proven that the cluster cannot be breached to remove evidence. Every operation, whether malicious or legitimate, is logged to an append-only, quantum-resistant blockchain. This ensures complete auditability and tamper-proofing.

The core solution consists of five custom components. These components monitor and gather Kubernetes events. They cache and aggregate these events for AI-based analysis. Additionally, a storage daemon ensures that both raw and processed log data remain intact. It utilizes QANplatform, which is a quantum-resistant, enterprise-grade hybrid blockchain platform.

QAN Q-Cluster will also integrate several IBM components. This includes IBM Fusion HCI for a stable hardware foundation, Red Hat OpenShift as a robust operating system, and IBM watsonx, an AI and data platform designed for businesses. IBM Guardium QuantumSafe will provide insights into the infrastructure’s post-quantum readiness.

Users in sectors like government, banking, finance, healthcare, and supply chain can benefit from QAN Q-Cluster. It helps them effectively manage and monitor classified information and operational logs. This platform protects sensitive transaction data and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. It also maintains audit trails and secures user data across complex IT infrastructures.

Kevin Redmond, Vice President of IBM Technology Group, commented on the importance of AI. He noted that IBM is at the forefront with its open-source AI models and enterprise platforms like IBM watsonx. He is excited to see AI and quantum-resistant blockchain technologies working together to address real-world challenges.

Igor Pravica, General Manager of IBM Central Eastern Territory, expressed satisfaction with IBM’s technologies being applied to such a focused use case. He looks forward to more partnerships like this one.

Arpad Pikethy, IBM Country Leader, highlighted the significance of combining robust IBM solutions with innovative technologies like AI and quantum-resistant blockchain.

Silur, Co-Founder and AI lead of QANplatform, shared his enthusiasm about integrating next-generation AI security measures into QAN Q-Cluster. He aims to ensure compliance with the new EU Council AI Risk Guidelines.

Johann Polecsak, Co-Founder and CTO of QANplatform, expressed excitement about this milestone. He recognized the invaluable collaboration with IBM and Arrow during the integration process. He pointed out that operating their enterprise blockchain on IBM Fusion HCI opens up new possibilities for innovation and growth.

QANplatform is a blockchain platform that offers quick time to market for Web3 development. It serves startups, SMEs, enterprises, and large government projects with quantum-resistant security. Its flagship product is a groundbreaking hybrid blockchain platform with smart contract functionality. Developers can create use cases in any programming language.

QANplatform is a member of the Linux Foundation and one of the first 20 members of the Post-Quantum Cryptography Alliance (PQCA), alongside IBM, Google, Meta, and Nvidia. The first EU country implemented QAN’s quantum-resistant technology in March 2024.

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI solutions. They help clients in over 175 countries leverage data insights, streamline business processes, and reduce costs. More than 4,000 government and corporate entities in critical sectors rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift for secure digital transformations.

IBM’s innovations in AI, quantum computing, and industry-specific cloud solutions provide clients with flexible options. All of this is backed by IBM’s commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity, and service.