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    • Quantum Information Science
    • Quantum Communication Security

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    • Continuous-variable quantum key distribution (CV-QKD) typically requires a shared reference frame (SRF) between communicating parties.
    • SRF dependence introduces vulnerabilities to quantum hacking attacks targeting local oscillators or pilot tones.
    • Existing protocols often necessitate complex alignment procedures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose a novel CV-QKD protocol that is independent of any shared reference frame.
    • To enable simplified and low-cost quantum communication systems.
    • To enhance security against specific quantum hacking strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing quadrature modulation of coherent states and heterodyne quadrature detection.
    • Employing unidimensional single-quadrature encoding.
    • Implementing measurement basis alignment based on the asymmetry of phase-space distributions.
    • Accumulating statistics to minimize preparation and measurement basis misalignment.

    Main Results:

    • Demonstrated a shared-reference-frame-independent (SRFI) CV-QKD protocol.
    • Showcased the feasibility of the protocol with current state-of-the-art techniques.
    • Quantified the impact of residual basis misalignment and its mitigation.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed SRFI-CV-QKD protocol offers a simplified and secure approach to quantum communication.
    • Eliminating the need for a shared reference frame enhances robustness against specific security threats.
    • This advancement facilitates the development of more practical and cost-effective quantum communication solutions.