Quantum-Resistant Secure Router Market Report 2025

The quantum-resistant secure router market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $1.57 billion in 2024 to $1.99 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.8%. The growth during the historic period is due to the rising demand for secure internet connectivity, heightened awareness of the risks posed by quantum computing, increased investments in enterprise network security, greater dependence on cloud services, and a stronger need for next-generation secure routers.

The quantum-resistant secure router market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.09 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.4%. Growth in the forecast period is driven by the increasing need for quantum-secure communication, the rising complexity of cyberattacks, expanding investments in the defense sector, growing demand for cloud computing security, and the strengthening of data protection. Key trends during this time include a shift toward hybrid encryption models, a focus on low-latency quantum-secure solutions, the development of quantum-safe protocols, wider deployment of quantum-secure routers in critical industries, and greater collaboration between telecom and cybersecurity companies.

The rise in cyber threats is expected to drive the growth of the quantum-resistant secure router market moving forward. Cyber threats include malicious actions such as hacking, phishing, ransomware, and data breaches that compromise the security, privacy, and integrity of digital networks and information. This increase in cyber threats is largely fueled by the rapid growth of internet usage, as more people and businesses connect online, creating additional opportunities for hackers to exploit vulnerabilities. Quantum-resistant secure routers strengthen networks against these evolving cyber threats by using advanced encryption algorithms that remain secure even against attacks from quantum computers. This ensures sensitive data, communications, and critical infrastructure are protected from both current and future cyber adversaries. For example, in November 2023, the Australian Signals Directorate, a government agency in Australia, reported a significant surge in cyber threats during 2022-23, with nearly 94,000 cybercrime reports submitted, reflecting a 23% increase from the previous year. At the same time, the cost of cybercrime to businesses rose by 14% compared to the prior financial year. These growing cyber threats are therefore driving the demand for quantum-resistant secure routers.

Leading companies in the quantum-resistant secure router market are developing innovative solutions such as integrating post-quantum cryptography to protect networks from future quantum threats. Post-quantum cryptography involves embedding encryption algorithms that can withstand quantum attacks into systems, securing data and communications against emerging quantum-based risks. For example, in April 2024, QuSecure Inc., a US software company, introduced QuProtect Core Security, a crypto-agile post-quantum cryptography solution designed to secure communications between Cisco routers. This product allows organizations such as enterprises, government agencies, and telecommunications providers to upgrade their existing networks with quantum-resistant encryption without needing to replace hardware. It offers a seamless and scalable way to protect critical data from emerging quantum threats. The solution uses advanced crypto-agile frameworks, enabling the layering of both classical and post-quantum algorithms to ensure long-term protection against current and future cryptographic attacks. Additionally, it combines telemetry, orchestration, and cryptographic controls within a single interface, allowing organizations to efficiently monitor, manage, and adjust their encryption strategies.

In May 2025, IonQ Inc., a US-based quantum computing and networking company, acquired a controlling stake in ID Quantique SA for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen IonQ’s position in quantum networking and secure communications by integrating ID Quantique’s quantum-safe technologies, patents, and expertise. The move is expected to accelerate the development of the Quantum Internet and enable the delivery of comprehensive end-to-end quantum solutions. ID Quantique, based in Switzerland, specializes in quantum key distribution (QKD) systems, quantum random number generators (QRNGs), and single-photon detection systems.

Major players in the quantum-resistant secure router market are Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., NEC Corporation, Nokia Corporation, Thales Group, ZTE Corporation, SK Telecom Co. Ltd., Atos SE, Microchip Technology Incorporated, Palo Alto Networks Inc., Fortinet Incorporated, Rohde & Schwarz Cybersecurity GmbH, Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., QNu Labs Private Limited, Quantum Xchange Inc., SpeQtral Pte. Ltd., PQShield Limited, QuSecure Inc., QuantumCTek Co. Ltd., Adva Network Security GmbH.

North America was the largest region in the quantum-resistant secure router market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in quantum-resistant secure router report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the quantum-resistant secure router market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the information technology sector, particularly in hardware manufacturing, data infrastructure, and software deployment. Higher duties on imported semiconductors, circuit boards, and networking equipment have raised production and operational costs for tech firms, cloud service providers, and data centers. Companies relying on globally sourced components for laptops, servers, and consumer electronics are facing longer lead times and increased pricing pressures. In parallel, tariffs on specialized software tools and retaliatory measures from key international markets have disrupted global IT supply chains and reduced overseas demand for U.S.-developed technologies. To navigate these challenges, the sector is accelerating investments in domestic chip fabrication, diversifying supplier bases, and adopting AI-driven automation to enhance operational resilience and cost efficiency.

A quantum-resistant secure router connects you to the internet while protecting your data from future powerful computers. It employs advanced encryption techniques designed to remain secure against next-generation technologies that might break traditional security. This router keeps your online activities private and secure, preparing for upcoming technological advancements that could otherwise threaten safety.

The primary types of quantum-resistant secure routers include hardware routers, software routers, and hybrid routers. Hardware routers are physical devices that manage data traffic and employ quantum-safe cryptography to defend against attacks from quantum computers. These routers support security protocols such as post-quantum cryptography, quantum key distribution, and hybrid encryption. They can be deployed on-premises or through the cloud and are applied in sectors including enterprise, government, defense, banking, financial services, insurance, and healthcare. Users range from small and medium enterprises to large corporations.

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The quantum-resistant secure router market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as intrusion detection and prevention, virtual private network (VPN) and secure tunneling, risk assessment and network security consulting, managed network services, continuous monitoring and optimization of security measures. The market value includes the value of related hardware and software components sold by the service provider or included within the router offering. The quantum-resistant secure router market also includes sales of quantum key distribution (QKD) devices, post-quantum virtual private network (VPN) solutions, quantum-resistant firewalls, and quantum-safe network switches. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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