Are quantum computers a threat to our payment system?

Help! The Netherlands has a quantum computer

The Netherlands recently acquired a quantum computer. This new computer technology can make calculations at lightning speed. This is useful for new developments such as medicine or solar energy. But there are also concerns. A quantum computer is so powerful that it may be able to crack our security. What does this mean for your privacy and the security of our payment transactions?

Program

On Monday 16 June, you will hear all about this from 2 experts:

• Christiaan Schaffner, professor of Theoretical Computer Science at the University of Amsterdam
• Jan van Rooij, a digital security expert at De Nederlandsche Bank

They explain in an understandable way what this technology can do, the risks, and what we can already do to prepare ourselves.

Practical information:

• Monday, 16 June, 16:00 – 17:00
• The DNB Treasury, Frederiksplein 61
• Free entrance
• From 18 years
• Register via denieuweschatkamer.nl