NTT DATA and Fortanix partner to strengthen security in the AI and Post-Quantum era

NTT DATA and Fortanix, a global leader in data security for an AI world, have announced a global partnership to help enterprises safeguard sensitive data, counter emerging AI threats and prepare for looming post-quantum cryptography challenges.

Through this agreement, NTT DATA will launch a new Cryptography-as-a-Service offering as part of its Data Security services portfolio. The service combines Fortanix’s industry-leading Data Security Manager Platform with NTT DATA’s cybersecurity expertise, deep knowledge of evolving data protection standards, global delivery model and strong capabilities across AI technologies.

The joint solution helps companies secure data across AI, cloud and hybrid environments, while preparing for the post-quantum era with crypto-agility - the ability to quickly identify and replace vulnerable encryption with quantum-safe alternatives.

The Fortanix platform, powered by Confidential Computing technology, isolates and encrypts data while it is being processed, protecting it at rest, in motion and in use across hybrid, multicloud and AI environments. Its unified security architecture provides centralized visibility and policy control, which simplifies audits, compliance and regulatory reporting. This strong foundation allows enterprises to future-proof their data security strategies and migrate smoothly to quantum-resistant cryptography.

NTT DATA will deliver full lifecycle services, starting with a tailored assessment of each client’s data security maturity level and a technology roadmap for crypto agility, implementation of the Fortanix platform and ongoing managed services.

“Enterprises, especially in highly regulated industries, face mounting pressure to safeguard sensitive data while navigating the opportunities and risks of the rapidly evolving AI landscape. At the same time, they must prepare their cybersecurity infrastructure for the quantum era,” said Sheetal Mehta, Head of Cybersecurity, NTT DATA, Inc. “Our partnership with Fortanix brings together complementary strengths to mitigate risks across multifaceted environments, while unlocking innovation in AI and preparing for the post-quantum era with crypto-agility.”

"AI, cloud, regulations and the inevitable challenges of post-quantum cryptography are reshaping how data must be secured," said Anand Kashyap, CEO and co-founder of Fortanix. "Through our partnership with NTT DATA, we’re empowering enterprises to proactively manage their cryptographic risks, powered by industry leading Confidential Computing technology."