NIST has selected the Ascon family for standardization in lightweight cryptography. This decision follows a thorough evaluation process that included reviewing submission packages, security analysis, implementation results, and community feedback. Ascon was chosen because it meets the needs of most lightweight cryptography applications without introducing security concerns. The next steps involve working with the Ascon team to further develop and refine the standardized algorithms, ensuring they meet the highest standards of security and performance.
Keywords: Ascon, Standardized, Cryptography
