Australia: Guidance on quantum technology pertaining to computing
Progress
Current status
adopted
19 Feb 2026 adopted
Scope
Implementers
Australia
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cybersecurity regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: cloud computing, storage and databases
infrastructure provider: other
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Cyber Security Centre adopted guidance on quantum technology pertaining to computing
On 19 February 2026, the Cyber Security Centre adopted the guidance on quantum technology pertaining to computing. The guidance explains how quantum computing may affect cybersecurity and calls for early preparedness for post-quantum risks. It appli…
SourceEvent type
outline
Action type
adoption
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body