Australia National University and AP13 researchers launched the first Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG).
Although RNGs are not new, the QRNG system is the first of its kind to use quantum mechanics to generate a random number. This marks the first truly random number process instead of the present pseudo-mathematical systems, which developers can manipulate or reproduce.
The collaboration will give Web3 entities access to a fully unpredictable, highly secure, and free random number generating method.
Quantum Random Number Generator uses
API3’s QRNG generates numbers by measuring random quantum fluctuations in phase and amplitude of an electromagnetic field in a vacuum.
Various traditional applications, including gaming and lotteries, sports, and competitions use random generators. As more businesses embrace Web3, a tamper-proof and real random number generator that is not dependent on third parties will be necessary.
The technology is now available as an API for 13 blockchains, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism, Polygon, Fantom, and Moonbeam. The service will not charge the users. Although, it will include a small network fee for accessing the API.
QRNG beneficiaries
Quantum Random Number Generator systems could benefit Web3 and metaverse gaming the most. Games always rely on a degree of randomness and unpredictability to keep players engaged.
A tamper-proof random number generator would be highly beneficial to blockchain-based gambling applications, resulting in increased trust in the betting platforms.
A tamper-proof system will also benefit Web3 applications that involve public participation, such as random token distribution or drawn winners.
Amazon Web Services (under the Australia National University Quantum Optics Group) hosts the API3 QRNG. All encrypted data pass between servers. The random numbers also get destroyed after usage, ensuring that the firm never gets access.