OPTIA, Patero Launch Industry-First Post-Quantum-Enabled GPU Compute Platform for Defence, Edge Applications

OPTIA, a provider of ruggedised, high-performance GPU compute platforms, and Patero, a pioneer in post-quantum cryptography, has announced a joint solution that embeds Patero’s CryptoQoR™ encryption suite into OPTIA’s NVIDIA-based systems—delivering the world’s first PQC-enabled GPU server for mission-critical defence and commercial applications.

Designed to support the compute-intensive needs of the US Department of Defense (DoD) and built for deployment in tactical conditions, OPTIA’s portable systems are widely used for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning AI/ML acceleration, tactical edge analytics, and C5ISR workloads. With the integration of Patero’s quantum-safe cryptography, OPTIA devices can now protect inbound and outbound data streams against both present-day cyber threats and future quantum attacks.

“This is a first-of-its-kind platform—a tactical NVIDIA GPU server with quantum-resilient protection,” said James Elder, BD Director of OPTIA, “A pre-integrated and packaged solution delivers high-performance compute without compromising data security, no matter the threat surface or operating environment.”

Defence-Grade Security, Future-Ready Architecture from OPTIA and Patero

The combined offering aligns directly with:

• Executive Order 14028 – Mandating zero-trust cybersecurity architecture for federal and defense systems.
• National Security Memo 10 – Requiring federal agencies to begin transition to quantum-resistant cryptography.
• Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) initiatives – Demanding secure, interoperable compute at the edge.

“Whether it’s battlefield intelligence, secure video feeds, or edge AI inference—when it leaves the OPTIA server, it leaves encrypted with Patero’s PQC,” said Peter Bentley, COO of Patero. “This isn’t future capability—this is real, field-ready quantum security.”

Key Features and Market Differentiators

• First PQC-Enabled NVIDIA GPU Server for military, industrial, and public sector use
• Rugged and Portable supporting forward-deployable and austere environments
• End-to-End Encrypted Streamsfor AI/ML, ISR, logistics, and robotics workloads
• Aligned with DoD, DHS, and NSA PQ migration guidance

Joint Market Execution

OPTIA and Patero is co-developing a portfolio of secure bundles and form factors that jointly address expanding opportunities across:

• Defence Programs– C5ISR, AI/ML/LLM model deployment, and situational awareness
• Secure Infrastructure– Cities, Smart ports, airports, and energy sectors
• Industrial AI– Manufacturing, logistics, and autonomous platforms