The Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Handshake

The challenge

Implement a post-quantum cryptographic key exchange on a constrained embedded platform and establish a secure session. Measure and compare handshake time, memory footprint, and CPU utilization against a classical TLS handshake.

The system must demonstrate real interoperability — not just simulation.

How to win the challenge

• Fastest successful PQC handshake
• Lowest memory overhead
• Stable operation on constrained hardware
• Clean hybrid classical + PQC implementation

Bonus: Side-by-side performance comparison dashboard.