Trump order sets 2030 and 2031 deadlines for federal move to quantum-resistant encryption

Under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, federal agencies must transition high-value assets and high-impact systems to post-quantum cryptography by 2031. The directive sets deadlines of Dec. 31, 2030, for key establishment and Dec. 31, 2031, for digital signatures. It also requires agencies to appoint migration leads, update procurement rules, and coordinate with critical infrastructure sectors to address quantum-related security risks.