2031

The executive order on post-quantum cryptography (PQC) establishes deadlines for federal systems to transition to PQC by 2030 for key establishment and 2031 for digital signatures. It emphasizes urgency due to 'Harvest Now, Decrypt Later' attacks, where adversaries collect encrypted data for future decryption via quantum computing. CISOs must shift from awareness to structured ownership, involving cross-functional teams to address embedded cryptographic risks across enterprises.

Huawei Technologies unveiled a chip architectural workaround to bypass US sanctions, aiming to achieve 1.4-nanometre transistor density by 2031 through its Tau Scaling Law. Analysts view this as a significant step toward China's semiconductor self-sufficiency and strategic leverage in its tech rivalry with the US.

The global number of billionaires is projected to reach 3,915 by 2031, up from 3,110 currently, driven by a 25% increase over the next five years. Knight Frank's analysis highlights a 'deep structural acceleration' in wealth creation worldwide.

The US administration aims to deploy nuclear reactors in space by 2031, with some reactors on the Moon and others in orbit. The US Office of Science and Technology Policy has outlined plans for this ambitious initiative, targeting a 5-year development timeline.

Uber and Rivian have announced a partnership to develop robotaxis in California, with Uber investing up to $1.25 billion in Rivian through 2031. The collaboration aims to deploy autonomous vehicles in San Francisco and other cities.