PASIG CITY, Philippines, June 4, 2026 — Members of the Philippine quantum technology community gathered at the DevCon Philippines office in Ortigas for a face-to-face meetup titled “Quantum-Safe Communications: Bridging QKD and Post-Quantum Cryptography.” The event brought together students, professionals, researchers, and technology enthusiasts interested in the future of secure communications in the quantum era.

The meetup was jointly facilitated by volunteers from the Quantum Computing Society of the Philippines (QCSP), including members of the DLSU QCSP volunteer team, together with DevCon Philippines, reflecting the growing collaboration between the country’s quantum and software development communities.

Participants at the “Quantum-Safe Communications” meetup, held at the DevCon Philippines office in Ortigas, Pasig City.

Prior to the start of the meetup, representatives from DevCon Philippines welcomed the participants and provided a tour of their facilities. Attendees were introduced to DevCon Kids, the organization’s initiative aimed at inspiring young learners to explore science and technology. During the tour, participants were shown some of the educational robotics platforms used in DevCon’s robotics programs for children, highlighting the importance of nurturing technological curiosity and innovation from an early age.

Attendees touring the DevCon Philippines office ahead of the meetup.

The featured speaker was Ishan Basyal of SpeQtral, who delivered an engaging discussion on two of the most important approaches to securing digital communications against future quantum threats: Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).

During his presentation, Basyal explained how advances in quantum computing are expected to impact many of today’s widely used cryptographic systems and outlined the ongoing global efforts to prepare for the transition to quantum-safe security technologies. He discussed the complementary roles of PQC and QKD, emphasizing that organizations should begin evaluating their long-term cybersecurity strategies today rather than waiting for large-scale quantum computers to arrive.

One of the highlights of the session was Basyal’s explanation of how satellite-based Quantum Key Distribution works. Participants were introduced to the concept of using satellites to distribute cryptographic keys over long distances, enabling highly secure communications that leverage the principles of quantum mechanics. Through examples and illustrations, he demonstrated how satellites can extend the reach of QKD beyond the limitations of terrestrial fiber networks, providing attendees with a glimpse into the future of global quantum-secure communications.

The event also provided an opportunity for participants to ask questions and engage directly with experts on topics ranging from quantum networking and cryptography to the practical challenges of deploying quantum-safe technologies.

Attendees and organizers of the Quantum-Safe Communications meetup.

The meetup concluded with closing remarks from Dom De Leon, Executive Director of DevCon Philippines, who thanked the speakers, organizers, and attendees for contributing to the growing conversation around emerging technologies and cybersecurity preparedness. He also reaffirmed DevCon’s commitment to supporting communities that promote learning, innovation, and the responsible adoption of new technologies.

As with many successful community gatherings, the discussions continued long after the formal program ended. Attendees enjoyed pizza and refreshments while networking with fellow participants, exchanging ideas, and exploring opportunities for future collaboration within the Philippine quantum technology ecosystem.

The event forms part of QCSP’s continuing efforts to raise awareness of quantum technologies and build a community of learners, practitioners, and stakeholders prepared to navigate the opportunities and challenges of the quantum era. Through partnerships with organizations such as DevCon Philippines and industry leaders such as SpeQtral, QCSP continues to foster dialogue on the technologies that will shape the future of computing, communications, and cybersecurity.