Russian scientists from MIPT, together with the company "SMARTS-Quantum Telecom", have developed a compact portable device for cryptographic data protection on smartphones.
The device, assembled from completely domestic components, is designed for secure encryption of bank transactions and confidential correspondence. Before transmitting data, the user activates the device and attaches it to the smartphone — the exchange takes place via NFC, and the built-in physical random number generator creates unique encryption keys.
Unlike stationary solutions, the new device does not require complex infrastructure and intermediaries: the user independently controls the change of keys, access to which is protected by a PIN code. Key information is stored in a special protected software module on the smartphone itself. The technology is easily integrated with any mobile applications, which expands the scope of application — from bank transfers and access to servers to protecting calls and correspondence.
Particular attention was paid to compliance with Russian information security standards and import substitution during development. The device will be produced in Russia using chips from the domestic factory "Micron".
The cost of the device remains competitive, comparable to the cost of Chinese smartphones, but with complete independence from foreign components.
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