Recently, Apple (ticker symbol: AAPL) announced a security upgrade to its iMessage application to deal with potential quantum computing attacks.。The upgrade introduces a new system called PQ3, a more advanced type of encryption designed to withstand attacks from quantum computers.。Quantum computers have faster computing power than traditional computers, posing a threat to current encryption methods。

It is reported that Apple's PQ3 encryption protocol will coexist with the company's existing encryption tools to prevent "now-and-now decryption" attacks, where attackers collect encrypted data and intend to decrypt it when the quantum computer is strong enough in the future.。

Apple extends iMessage functionality to support RCS messaging standards

In addition to security upgrades, Apple also announced that it will introduce the RCS (Rich Communications Services) messaging standard, bringing iMessage-style features to the iPhone to improve cross-platform messaging interoperability between iPhone and Android devices.。The decision was made under pressure from regulators and competitors to proactively improve cross-platform messaging interoperability and enhance the user experience.。

Quantum Computation and iMessage Encryption

The rise of quantum computers could make current encryption methods obsolete。Apple's security upgrade to iMessage is to ensure that iMessage communications are protected even in the event of a threat from a quantum computer。Developing quantum-resistant encryption is one of the key initiatives for tech companies, as quantum computers could invalidate current encryption methods。