President Pellegrini Explores Quantum Communication

On March 12, 2025, the President of the Slovak Republic, Peter Pellegrini, visited the Institute of Physics SAS, marking a key moment for Slovakia’s quantum technology development. During his visit, we discussed the future of cybersecurity and the crucial role of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) in protecting sensitive communications. The President witnessed a live demonstration of our entanglement-based QKD prototype, which instantly detected an attempted eavesdropping. His visit highlighted Slovakia’s commitment to advancing quantum-secured communication and strengthening collaboration between science and government.

EU Supports Slovakia’s Quantum Vision

At the end of the year, we hosted two significant delegations to showcase the country’s progress in research and innovation, supported by the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).

Trenčín Joins the National Quantum Communication Network Development

On December 3, representatives from the Institute of Physics SAS, QUTE.sk and the Alexander Dubček University of Trenčín gathered to discuss plans for establishing the next node of the Slovak national quantum communication infrastructure (skQCI) in Slovakia. The meeting marked a significant step toward expanding the quantum network to the western part of Slovakia, advancing …

Opening the door to Quantum Technologies: Highlights from our Open Day

During a week from November 11 – 15, the QUTE Pavilion of Institute o Physics of the Slovak Academy of Sciences (IP SAS) opened its doors to … the World of Quantum Technologies. With a diverse group of visitors, including elementary and high school students, the event highlighted cutting-edge research and the technologies. In the …

The CARLA 360 – Quantum Experience Recap

In an exciting initiative aimed at bridging the gap between academia and practical quantum technologies, the CARLA 360 – Quantum Experience event was held on October 24, 2024, at the QUTE Pavilion of Quantum Technologies at Institute of Physics, Slovak Academy of Sciences.

QUTE.sk at OpenSlava 2024: Shaping Tomorrow’s Quantum Security

The 12th edition of OpenSlava, held on October 16-17, 2024, at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, once again proved to be an extraordinary gathering of innovators, technologists, and enthusiasts.

Hands-On with Quantum: Wrapping Up the 2024 Summer School

From August 19 to 23, 2024, Bratislava brought together bright minds from across Europe as the Quantum Technologies Summer School 2024 transformed the city into a hub of quantum innovation. Hosted at Comenius University and co-organized by leading institutions, the event blended rigorous academic lectures with practical workshops, equipping students with skills and insights at the forefront of quantum science and its applications in industry.

QUTE.sk welcomed renowned physicist Prof. Dr. Dieter Meschede to Slovakia

In May 2024, QUTE.sk had the honor of hosting the distinguished Prof. Dr. Dieter Meschede in Slovakia. Prof. Meschede, a leading figure in the field of quantum physics from the University of Bonn, brought his vast knowledge and pioneering research to Bratislava, captivating audiences with his insights and expertise