Future-Proofing Identity Credentials Against Quantum Computing | Breakout
Quantum computing is expected to break much of today’s public-key cryptography, putting identity credentials, authentication protocols and trusted services at risk. Because adversaries can “harvest now, decrypt later,” organizations must start preparing now. Generative artificial intelligence, alongside the rise of autonomous agents, is rapidly increasing the scale and sophistication of fraud, with threats such as deepfakes, synthetic identities and automated account takeovers. Consequently, organizations must elevate assurance standards for establishing, binding and continuously validating digital identities.
This presentation highlights the urgency of transitioning to post‑quantum cryptography as governments move toward mandated migration by 2030–2035. It emphasizes that achieving true resilience requires more than new algorithms—it demands crypto‑agility, enabling systems and hardware devices to be rapidly updated as standards evolve. By adopting crypto‑agile architectures now, organizations can protect critical identity systems and maintain digital trust in the post‑quantum era.
Speaker
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Teresa WuVice President | Head of Smart Credentials & Smart Integrate
IDEMIA Public SecurityTeresa Wu is a senior executive leading global smart credential and biometric original equipment manufacturer (OEM) module initiatives within IDEMIA Public Security. She has overseen a broad portfolio of advanced identity and biometric technologies, spanning cloud solutions, digital identity, identity documents and biometric systems.
A seasoned cross-functional leader, Wu drives client success across smart credential and biometric OEM programs. Her work reflects deep expertise in innovation, strategic planning, program execution and industry engagement.
For more than two decades, Wu has played an influential role in industry standards and advocacy, contributing to advancements in AFIS, facial recognition, public security and identity and biometric standards. She serves on the boards of the FIDO Alliance and the Security Industry Association and is the former chair of the Identity Access Forum of the Secure Technology Alliance.
Wu is a three-time SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100 honoree and a nominee for the Okta Identity 25, recognized for her leadership and impact in digital identity.
