| QKD | Quantum Key Distribution |
| DI | Device-Independent |
| MDI | Measurement-Device-Independent |
| DI-QKD | Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution |
| MDI-QKD | Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution |
| CV-MDI-QKD | Continuous-Variable Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution |
| CVQDS | Continuous-Variable Quantum Digital Signature |
| CVQHS | Continuous-Variable Quantum Homomorphic Signature |
| BS | Beam Splitter |