SEBI Preparing for Quantum-Safe Future as Quantum Computing Looms

Mumbai, October 8, 2025 – As cybersecurity threats continue to increase and affect end users across the country, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is proactively working to secure the country’s financial systems using quantum computing. The SEBI Chairman suggested that the regulator has already framed an action plan for quantum readiness. This will ensure that all market stakeholders are well-prepared before the technology is actually implemented.

Preparing for the Quantum Era

At the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) in Mumbai, Mr. Amarjeet Singh Pandey, a long-time member of SEBI, emphasized that with quantum computing, systems will no longer be secure, as cybercriminals can easily exploit this technology to breach even the most secure passwords. Hence, the existing encryption systems are at high risk. However, SEBI has been working in this direction and is aware of the potential threats, prioritizing quantum-safe computing. The upcoming periods (2028-29) shall be critical for readiness.

SEBI also focuses on data protection and implementing quantum-safe systems across the market infrastructure, as any breach can lead to financial losses for investors.

Rethinking Technology Neutrality

At the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) in Mumbai, SEBI’s Amarjeet Singh Pandey questioned the concept of technology neutrality, asserting that regulatory and market systems must adapt to the most advanced technologies. He said maintaining paper-based shareholding in a dematerialized era is impractical. Pandey emphasized that technological progress must align with standardized protocols to ensure interoperability across systems, citing the internet’s success as an example, which relied on universal connectivity standards. He urged the adoption of robust, standardized technologies to strengthen market efficiency and safeguard investor interests.

SEBI’s Commitment to Secure Digital Infrastructure

Pandey also suggested that since the Indian markets have been growing at a rapid pace, it is the responsibility of all stakeholders to ensure the highest level of operational efficiency; hence, working on the quantum computing issue is largely important. As the quantum era is about to start, the regulator now commits to making a quantum-safe environment that will not only safeguard investors but also ensure long-term infrastructure sustainability.

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