NIST Patents Single-Photon Detector for Potential Encryption and Sensing Apps | NIST
NIST has patented a new single-photon detector that could revolutionize quantum encryption and sensing technologies. The detector, developed…
Draft White Paper on “Getting Ready for Post-Quantum Cryptography” is Available for Comment | NIST
NIST has released a draft white paper titled “Getting Ready for Post-Quantum Cryptography” for public comment. The paper discusses…
NIST Announces First Four Quantum-Resistant Cryptographic Algorithms | NIST
NIST has selected the first four quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms to become part of its post-quantum cryptographic standard. These…
NIST Launches Consortium to Support Development of Quantum Industry | NIST
The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has formed a new consortium with SRI International to advance quantum…
Entangling Photons of Different Colors | NIST
Researchers at NIST have developed a new method to create entangled photon pairs made up of one visible-light and one near-infrared photon…
NIST Requests Public Comments on Several Existing Cryptography Standards and Special Publications | NIST
NIST is conducting a periodic review of its existing cryptography standards and special publications. The review process is outlined on the…
Commerce’s NIST Announces Process for Dialogue on Key Escrow Issues | NIST
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is organizing a workshop to discuss key escrow encryption issues, including…
Transitioning the Use of Cryptographic Algorithms and Key Lengths: NIST SP 800-131A Rev. 2 | NIST
NIST has released an updated guide for federal agencies on transitioning to stronger cryptographic algorithms and key lengths to protect…
NIST Revises Special Publications 800-140C and 800-140D for the CMVP | NIST
NIST has released updated versions of Special Publications 800-140C and 800-140D, which are part of the Cryptographic Module Validation…