Commission publishes non-binding EU roadmap for post-quantum cryptography

The European Commission published a coordinated roadmap for member states to migrate to post-quantum cryptography, with critical infrastructure meant to upgrade by 2030 and the transition largely complete by 2035. The recommendation is not binding.

Verified Editor-read European Commission Digital Strategy library, 23 June 2025

What it does not test. It does not oblige any member state to adopt a specific timetable or technology; compliance is voluntary.

How this item counts. This item is dated before the index starts on 1 January 2026, so it does not count in the European Sovereignty Index.

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