Ms. Jodi Baxter reports

TELUS LAUNCHES QUANTUM-SAFE VPN SERVICE DESIGNED TO FUTURE-PROOF CUSTOMER SECURITY AGAINST EMERGING CYBER THREATS

Telus Corp. has launched its quantum-safe VPN service, reinforcing the company's position as a cybersecurity leader by offering commercial postquantum cryptography protection to Canadian businesses. The innovative service aims to address future cyber threats from quantum computing technology, delivering next-generation security solutions today.

"As a leader in cybersecurity innovation, Telus is taking the critical first step to deliver future-proof services to support our customers' network security against the quantum threat," said Jodi Baxter, vice-president of 5G and industry solutions at Telus. "We're not waiting for quantum computers to become mainstream. We're enabling quantum-resistant security services today to support our customers in maintaining business continuity and long-term data protection."

Recognizing that quantum computers may eventually be powerful enough to break current encryption methods, posing a significant future threat to data security, Telus is pro-actively delivering a solution today that aims to protect customers tomorrow. The new service uses advanced encryption technology integrated with the Telus managed next-generation firewall service, empowering businesses to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.

The global cybersecurity consensus confirms that the transition to a postquantum world is a matter of when, not if. This new service provides a crucial solution for government agencies and businesses that need to defend against these future threats.

"The quantum threat requires pro-active action today, not reactive measures tomorrow," said Carey Frey, chief security officer at Telus. "By implementing quantum-resistant security measures now, organizations can take steps to protect their sensitive data against today's sophisticated attacks and tomorrow's quantum-powered threats."

Telus's quantum-safe VPN service delivers three key benefits:

• Enhanced customer security: provides enhanced customer data protection against future cyber attacks, meeting requirements from global security organizations;
• Future-proofed business continuity: provides long-term protection for intellectual property and sensitive data, supporting businesses secure growth;
• Simplified compliance: helps customers prepare for new cybersecurity regulations and standards.

Leveraging Palo Alto Networks technology, Telus's service uses advanced encryption methods recommended by leading security organizations and offers flexibility to adapt as new security standards emerge. This approach protects sensitive information from being captured today and potentially decoded by future quantum computers.

About Telus Corp.

Telus is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20-billion in annual revenue with more than 20 million customer connections through its advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. It is committed to leveraging its technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. Telus is passionate about putting its customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. Telus Health is enhancing more than 160 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. Telus Agriculture & Consumer Goods utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. Telus Digital specializes in digital customer experiences and future-focused digital transformations that deliver value for their global clients. Guided by its enduring "Give where we live" philosophy, Telus, its team members and retirees have contributed $1.8-billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs including 2.4 million days of service since 2000, earning it the distinction of the world's most giving company.