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An overview of CV-MDI-QKD.

Fletcher AI, Harney C, Ghalaii M, Papanastasiou P, Mountogiannakis A, Spedalieri G, Hajomer AAE, Gehring T et al.

Reports on progress in physics. Physical Society (Great Britain), 2025

Abstract

As quantum key distribution (QKD) emerges as a robust defence against quantum computer threats, significant advancements have been realised by researchers. A pivotal focus has been the development of protocols that not only simplify hardware implementation, such as the use of continuous-variable (CV) systems, but also eliminate the necessity for trusted nodes, as seen with the measurement-device-independent (MDI) approach. This paper delves into the integration of these methodologies in the CV-MDI-QKD protocol, offering an in-depth exploration of its evolution, primary characteristics, and the latest advancements in both theory and experiment.

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