Elektor presents a post-quantum cryptography online conference
Discover how PQC is already becoming crucial for embedded systems and (I)IoT systems, even if practical quantum computers are not yet available.
On Wednesday, 3 December 2025, Elektor Academy Pro will host a full-day online conference (from 09:30 to 16:45 CEST) on the relevance of Post-Quantum Cryptography for embedded and (I)IoT systems. This in-depth “Post-Quantum Cryptography” event equips security and cryptography experts, managers who are responsible for the PQC strategy, and scientists with an interest in real-world scenarios with practical insights and advanced knowledge they can immediately apply to their projects and bring back to their teams and employers.
Why Post-Quantum Cryptography Now?
PQC is already a high priority for embedded and industrial IoT systems. The urgency arises from the long service life of many devices that need to be secured against future threats today. Additionally, there’s the risk of “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks, where encrypted data is intercepted now and may be decrypted later using quantum capabilities. Regulatory pressure and the growing scale of IoT networks further emphasize the need for early adoption of quantum-resistant cryptography.
However, implementing PQC in embedded and IoT environments presents significant challenges. These devices typically have limited processing power and memory, while post-quantum algorithms are generally more resource-intensive than classical ones such as RSA (Rivest–Shamir–Adleman) or ECC (Elliptic Curve Cryptography). Since most current microcontrollers lack native PQC support, efficient software implementations are essential. Migration also requires crypto-agility – the ability to switch cryptographic algorithms flexibly – which is often difficult in existing system architectures. Moreover, PQC implementations must be protected against new attack vectors such as side-channel and fault-injection attacks. Finally, the ongoing standardization process introduces uncertainty in selecting the most suitable algorithms.
What to Expect from the PQC Online Event
The Post-Quantum Cryptography conference delivers a compact, yet comprehensive learning experience, combining a minimum of six practical, 45-minute presentations with live Q&A opportunities and access to session recordings.
Among other things, in the presentations attendees will:
- experience the status quo of the latest PQC standardisation efforts and how these can be implemented in real projects
- post-quantum security in embedded storage: secure elements and supply chain protection
- learn more about the hurdles of crypto agility and the opportunities in transitioning to PQC
- learn how the PQC changeover can be driven forward technically and on time based on the EU ECCG recommendation
- get insights about crypto-agility in automotive real-time systems in context of post-quantum cryptography
- Post-Quantum Cryptography in eMRTDs: Evaluating PAKE and PKI for Travel Documents
Interactive Format and Access
After each presentation, participants can join a live Q&A session with the speaker and connect with fellow engineers in moderated video breakout rooms. All talks will be recorded and available on demand, along with supplementary materials.
Currently, the Early Bird ticket costs €229, but from 6 November, a Regular ticket will be €289. Gold or Green members of Elektor, to which eeNews Europe belongs, will receive an additional discount so that they only have to pay €149 for a ticket.
Elektor Academy Pro is a new hands-on learning product portfolio designed for engineers and companies in the electronics and embedded systems industries seeking practical, applicable training. Academy Pro offers real-world learning courses, expert-led event formats, and interactive hands-on methodologies that turn knowledge into innovation.
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