Australian Signals Directorate sounds privacy alarm

The Australian Signals Directorate has sounded an alarm on how quantum computing could disrupt critical systems and encryption, exposing sensitive data. They have advised that organisations should have a comprehensive transition plan in place by the end of 2026,

Allens lawyers have advised that organisations that fail to prepare could face regulatory exposure, operational disruption and reputational damage. They have prepared a range of resources to help organisations prepare for this, including questions that boards should be asking right now. 

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