ENGI9867-Speech

Speaker 1:
Slide 1: Title Slide
"Hello everyone! We're excited to talk to you today about something really important: keeping our digital world safe as we step into the era of quantum computing. I'm Al Noor Fahim Bhuyan, and joining me is Faiaz Halim. Let's dive into how we can protect our digital lives from the power of quantum computers."

Slide 2: Introduction to Quantum Computing
"Imagine a computer so powerful it can solve problems we currently can't even dream of solving. That's what quantum computing is all about. But there's a catch – it could break the locks on all our digital secrets."

Slide 3: The Quantum Threat to Cryptography
"Quantum computers have a trick up their sleeve – algorithms like Shor's, which could unlock the digital safes protecting our most sensitive information. It's like suddenly finding out the locks on our doors can easily be picked."

Slide 4: The Need for Quantum-Resistant Cryptography
"So, what do we do? We need to come up with new kinds of locks that not even quantum computers can pick. This is where quantum-resistant cryptography comes into play, ensuring our digital life remains secure."

Slide 5: Objectives of the Project
"Our project has a mission: to find and test these new locks, or algorithms, to see which ones can stand up to the challenge of quantum computing. We're not just looking at theories; we want to make sure these solutions will work in the real world."

Slide 6: Methodology Overview
"How do we tackle this? First, we looked through tons of research to find the best candidates. Then, we put these algorithms through a series of tests to see how well they perform, both in theory and in practice, and how they could fit into the systems we already use."

Transition to Faiaz:
"Now, Faiaz will take over and guide us through some more fascinating parts of our research, diving deeper into what we've found and where we're heading next. Thank you for joining us on this journey so far."

Speaker 2:
Slide 7: Quantum-Resistant Cryptographic Algorithms
"Thanks, Fahim. So, we've got a few superheroes in the world of cryptography that we think can stand up to quantum computers. They come in different forms, like lattice-based, hash-based, and a few others. Each has its own superpower in keeping our digital world safe."

Slide 8-12: Overview of Each Cryptographic Approach
"Let's start with the lattice-based cryptography. They use a complex maze of math problems that even quantum computers will find hard to solve. Think of it like a digital fortress that's super tough to break into.

Next up, hash-based cryptography. This one uses special functions that work like one-way streets—easy to go down but impossible to go back up. It's like sending a letter that can't be unsealed.

Then, we have multivariate polynomial cryptography. This one deals with equations that are so complex, they should give even the smartest quantum computers a headache.

Code-based cryptography is like using a secret code that only you and the intended receiver can understand. Quantum computers should find it tough to crack this code.

Lastly, isogeny-based cryptography. This involves some specific math with elliptic curves. It's like a secret handshake that's really hard for outsiders to figure out."

Transition to Fahim:
"Now, Fahim will tell you more about implementation and evaluation criteria for the proposed projects."

Slide 13: Implementation Challenges
"Bringing these new locks into our current systems isn't straightforward. It's like trying to fit a new type of door lock into an old door – it needs to fit perfectly, or it won't work. We need to make sure these new algorithms can work with what we already have, without slowing things down or causing other issues."

Slide 14: Testing and Evaluation
"We didn't just stop at thinking these new algorithms might be strong enough; we created scripts to simulate attacks, checked how much strain these locks put on our systems, and made sure they could stand up to real-world conditions."

Transition to Faiaz:
"Now, Faiaz will tell you more about key learnings and future research considerations."

Slide 15: Key Insights and Future Research Directions (First Part)
"We've learned a lot on this journey. There are promising new algorithms on the horizon that could keep our digital world safe from quantum threats. But there's still more work to do. We need to keep pushing the boundaries, testing, and ensuring these solutions can work for everyone."
"All these algorithms are still in training. We're finding out which ones are the strongest, the fastest, and the best fit for protecting our digital lives. There's a lot of work ahead, but we're excited about making our digital world quantum-proof. The future of cryptography is bright, but it requires all of us from cryptographers, researchers to even everyday users—to be ready for what's coming."

Slide 16: Conclusion
"In summary, stepping into the quantum era isn't just about facing challenges; it's about embracing opportunities to make our digital security stronger than ever. We're on a mission to ensure that, together, we can keep our digital world safe and sound."

Slide 17: References
"If you're curious and want to dive deeper into the world of quantum-resistant cryptography, check out our references. There's a whole world of fascinating research out there waiting to be explored."

Slide 18: Questions
"Thank you for your time and attention! We'd love to hear any questions you might have or thoughts you'd like to share. Let's keep the conversation going."