Satoshi Holdings Completes Development of Quantum-Resistant 'K-Drone Kill Chain'

KOSDAQ-listed Satoshi Holdings (formerly DeepMind Platform) announced on October 16 that it has completed the development of its "K-Drone Kill Chain" technology, now based on quantum-resistant cryptography.

The core achievement is the flawless integration of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) technology, transferred from the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI), into military drone communication networks.

Satoshi Holdings has overcome the limitations of conventional encryption systems, which can be rendered ineffective by the computational power of quantum computers, and has established a communication security system that is unhackable even in a quantum environment.

As a result, all control, video, and detection data transmitted between drones and control centers are maintained in a fully encrypted state, ensuring uninterrupted operational continuity even in the face of enemy electronic warfare, jamming, and cyberattacks.

A Satoshi Holdings representative stated, "By applying ETRI's PQC technology to real-world drone systems, we have achieved a fully protected communication structure that cannot be decrypted even in the quantum era. The K-Drone Kill Chain has now evolved from a simple weapon system into an intelligent quantum battlefield network capable of autonomous decision-making, protection, and engagement."

The K-Drone Kill Chain features a multi-layered structure that automatically breaks down the battlefield into three phases: detection, interception, and neutralization.

In the first phase, ultra-precise small drone detection radars can identify small drones several kilometers away in real time. In the second phase, AI-powered "tracking kamikaze drones" pursue and intercept infiltrating enemy drones in real time.

In the final phase, the "Drone Iron Dome" electronic warfare system completely neutralizes any remaining threats through GPS disruption and RF jamming. All processes are executed by AI algorithms within three seconds, and engagement data is securely shared in real time via the PQC-encrypted network.

With the addition of quantum security technology, the K-Drone Kill Chain is now regarded as one of the world's leading battlefield protection systems. While traditional defense systems have focused on physical protection, this new system is significant for establishing an integrated security ecosystem for information, communications, and operations based on quantum cryptography.

An industry expert commented, "In an era where information preservation determines victory or defeat on the battlefield, Satoshi Holdings' integration of PQC technology fundamentally transforms the paradigm of defense technology."

Building on this technological achievement, Satoshi Holdings plans to participate in CES 2026, the world's largest consumer electronics and IT exhibition, to be held in Las Vegas in January next year, where it will unveil the quantum-secure drone platform "ARGUS-Q™" for the first time globally.

ARGUS-Q™ will compete for the CES Innovation Award with three key innovations: quantum-secure swarm control, low-cost and low-power high-precision detection, and real-time encrypted 3D route generation.

ARGUS-Q™ is optimized for large-scale search and reconnaissance missions in war zones, wildfires, earthquakes, and other disaster scenarios where multiple drones are deployed. Using only a single RGB camera and an inertial measurement unit (IMU), it can calculate three-dimensional coordinates with an error margin of ±1 meter, enabling precise detection without the need for expensive LiDAR equipment.

This enables the simultaneous realization of three innovations: cost reduction, weight reduction, and a real-time encrypted detection system.

Additionally, ARGUS-Q™ is equipped with a digital twin-based 3D geographic engine, allowing users to designate search areas with a single click and automatically generate optimal flight paths that reflect terrain and altitude information.

The real-time encrypted 3D video mapping interface allows commanders to instantly grasp the situation on the ground, making it applicable not only to military operations but also to disaster response, rescue, and environmental surveys across multiple sectors.

A company representative stated, "Our participation in CES is not just a technology showcase, but a turning point for Korea to establish 'quantum security technology leadership' in the global defense and disaster response drone markets. If we win the Innovation Award, it will mark a milestone for Korean drone and quantum technology to become the global standard."

The representative added, "The K-Drone Kill Chain and ARGUS-Q™ platform developed by the company constitute the world's first quantum-secure battlefield intelligence system that fully integrates detection, interception, electronic warfare, and encrypted communications."