Verifying the Reliability of Quantum Random Number Generator: A Comprehensive Testing Approach

Computers typically use pseudo-random numbers generated by algorithms that produce a deterministic sequence of numbers that appear random but are predictable if the entropy of the seed is disclosed. On the other hand advantage of quantum random numbers is that they are generated based on the inherent uncertainty of quantum mechanics, which means they are truly random and unpredictable. This makes them ideal for cryptographic purposes, as attackers cannot easily guess or reproduce them. We proposed a test verifying the randomness of classical and quantum random number generators by running the National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) test suite. Tests intend to draw attention to whether quantum random numbers match or surpass today’s classical random numbers.