Project Leap Phase 2: Building Quantum-Safe Financial Infrastructure
Quantum computing is advancing rapidly, and with it comes one of the most significant cybersecurity challenges of our time. The encryption standards that protect today's financial transactions could be vulnerable in the near future. To prepare for this paradigm shift, the BIS Innovation Hub Eurosystem Centre, together with key partners including Nexi, has launched Phase 2 of Project Leap
Following the success of Phase 1, which demonstrated a quantum-safe communication channel between the Banque de France and Deutsche Bundesbank, Phase 2 takes the next step: applying post-quantum cryptography (PQC) in a real-world European payment system. The aim is to test the integration of quantum-safe digital signatures in core payment operations, ensuring that our systems are ready for the transition to a quantum-resilient future.
At Nexi, we are proud to be part of this groundbreaking initiative alongside the Bank for International Settlements, Banca d’Italia, Banque de France, Deutsche Bundesbank, and Swift.
As Europe’s PayTech leader, we believe it's vital to stay ahead of emerging threats and contribute to strengthening the cyber resilience of the financial ecosystem.
Quantum-safe encryption is not just a technical upgrade, it is a foundational step to future-proof digital payments, safeguarding the confidentiality and integrity of financial data for decades to come.
This project reflects Nexi's continued commitment to innovation and to securing the digital payment infrastructure that underpins our economies. We’re excited to help shape a future where security evolves in step with technology.
