Mattermost, a leader in secure collaboration platforms, and Qrypt, a pioneer in quantum-secure encryption, announced a Joint Development Program at TechNet Cyber 2025 in Baltimore, MD. This initiative integrates quantum-secure end-to-end encryption (E2EE) into the Mattermost platform, offering robust protection for mission-critical communications against current and future quantum computing threats.
Announced May 8, 2025, at TechNet Cyber 2025, Booth 3359.
Combines Mattermost’s collaboration platform with Qrypt’s BLAST protocol.
Features quantum-secure E2EE, US NIST ESV-certified quantum entropy, and ephemeral messaging.
Targets defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure sectors.
Early customers can join to tailor solutions via the Joint Development Program.
Deployment options include on-premises, hosted, or cloud for regulatory compliance.
The partnership, unveiled at TechNet Cyber 2025, responds to the growing risks posed by quantum computing and AI-driven cryptanalysis, which threaten traditional encryption methods. Nation-state adversaries are increasingly engaging in “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks, collecting encrypted data for future decryption with quantum technologies. “Our collaboration with Qrypt addresses an urgent need for quantum-secure communication solutions capable of safeguarding national security organizations,” said Dr. Bill Anderson, Principal Product Manager at Mattermost.
Qrypt’s BLAST protocol and US NIST ESV-certified quantum entropy source eliminate key transmission risks, ensuring no single point of failure. This integration delivers quantum-secure E2EE directly within Mattermost’s interface, supporting secure, real-time collaboration across web, desktop, and mobile platforms.
The joint solution offers advanced security and flexibility:
Quantum-Secure E2EE: Per-message encryption eliminates vulnerabilities, ensuring robust data protection.
Quantum Entropy Source: Utilizes the only US NIST ESV-certified quantum entropy for unbreakable encryption keys.
Secure Channels: Protects sensitive team communications end-to-end.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards message content, even if devices are compromised, by requiring proper keys.
Ephemeral Messaging: Allows configurable message expiration to minimize data persistence.
Deployment Flexibility: Supports on-premises, hosted, or cloud environments, aligning with regulated and sovereign mandates.
“The quantum industry is advancing at a pace that compresses our cybersecurity timelines,” said Kevin Chalker, CEO of Qrypt. “This partnership with Mattermost is a critical step in transitioning to stronger encryption technologies.”
The Joint Development Program invites early customers to shape the solution to meet specific operational needs, ensuring immediate usability and long-term resilience. Interested organizations can engage with Mattermost and Qrypt at TechNet Cyber 2025 Booth 3359 or via their websites. This collaborative approach builds on prior successes, including Qrypt’s AFWERX SBIR Phase 1 contract in July 2024 for quantum-hardening Mattermost’s secure chat, reinforcing its relevance for defense applications.
This initiative builds on a February 2025 partnership announced at the DoD Cybersecurity & SAP IT Summit, where Mattermost and Qrypt introduced quantum-secure communication capabilities. The latest program advances this effort by embedding Qrypt’s encryption directly into Mattermost’s platform, addressing 2030 regulatory requirements for quantum-secure communications in critical infrastructure. Posts on X emphasize the urgency of quantum-safe cryptography, noting its role in countering AI and quantum threats, though some skepticism exists about the timeline for practical quantum attacks.
Mattermost, trusted by the U.S. Department of Air Force and other agencies, serves over 4,000 open-source contributors and supports secure collaboration for defense and intelligence. Qrypt’s quantum entropy-based encryption, developed with Los Alamos and Oak Ridge National Labs, ensures resilience against both classical and quantum attacks. The partnership aligns with 2025 trends in post-quantum cryptography, as seen in NIST’s PQC standards and similar efforts by companies like PQShield.
By offering crypto-agility and robust defense against data interception, poisoning, and manipulation, the solution future-proofs sensitive communications. It addresses the critical need for secure collaboration in high-stakes environments, ensuring compliance with evolving standards while maintaining operational efficiency. For organizations in defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure, this program represents a proactive step toward safeguarding mission-critical data in an increasingly complex cyber landscape.
Mattermost is the leading secure collaborative workflow platform that meets the unique requirements of defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure organizations. Mattermost provides organizations with complete control over their sensitive communications and data.
Qrypt delivers quantum-secure encryption solutions, leveraging groundbreaking technology designed by leading cryptographic experts. Qrypt’s solutions are adopted across industries where the highest standards of security and privacy are required.
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