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Why Europe Needs to Prioritize the Switch to Quantum-Safe Encryption

September 22, 2023

Quantum machines will soon crack the encryption algorithms we use today to protect everything from national critical infrastructure to online banking. Europe, while a historic leader in quantum science, seems to be struggling to implement a meaningful and unified security response.

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Cyber Security News

100 Million Samsung Phones Shipped With Flawed Encryption; Galaxy S8 to S21 Series Cryptographic Keys “Trivial” To Expose

March 2, 2022

Encryption vulnerability renders Samsung phones in the Galaxy line from 2017 to 2021 completely insecure, at least until they are updated to security patches from July 2021 and beyond.

Man with fingers pointing at mail icons showing ProtonMail reveal of IP logs

Data Privacy News

Request From French Police Compelled ProtonMail to Reveal IP Logs

September 23, 2021

ProtonMail has built its reputation in no small part because of its pledge to not keep user IP logs except in "extreme criminal cases." A recent case indicates that the circumstances may not need to be all that extreme.

Finger touch smartphone screen with lock showing end-to-end encryption for chat backups

Data Privacy News

WhatsApp Adds Additional Layer of Security With End-to-End Encryption for Chat Backups

September 22, 2021

WhatsApp will soon roll out end-to-end encryption for chat backups, shutting down a favorite loophole exploited by law enforcement agencies, and giving WhatsApp an edge of market appeal.

Man holding mobile smartphone showing data transfer to the cloud with encryption

Cyber Security Insights

Both Sides Now – An Insider’s View of Privacy Protection in the Cloud

May 27, 2021

They key to having a safe working environment is maintaining control over the data. Hardware based secure enclaves, including those inside CPUs, have become a rising trend for encryption on the cloud.

Padlock icon on LED computer display screen with binary code moving in the background showing need for encryption beyond password

Cyber Security Insights

More Than Strong Passwords, Companies Need Next-Level Encryption

May 6, 2021

Weak and compromised passwords are responsible for about 80% of hacking-related breaches. Today, there are more encryption options available to stop bad actors in their tracks.

Relaxed man sitting in an autonomous car showing increasing importance of security

Cyber Security Insights

Fully Autonomous Cars Are Moving Forward Fast, So Are Efforts To Secure Them

November 19, 2020

Today there's a big difference between safety and security. But in the coming era of autonomous vehicles, there will be no difference between the two as electronic security becomes more important.

Panoramic night view of the Moscow Kremlin showing blocking of encrypted email providers

Tech

Russia Blocks Encrypted Email Providers, Issues Ultimatums on Facebook And Twitter

February 26, 2020

Several encrypted email providers including ProtonMail and Tutanota have come under government restrictions as part of Kremlin's crackdown on encrypted communication.

Engineer working on hardware chip on motherboard showing Crypto AG using encryption backdoor on cryptographic equipment for CIA to spy on foreign affairs

Data Privacy News

Crypto AG Shows That U.S. Concern Over Huawei Encryption Backdoors Comes From Long Experience Doing the Same Thing

February 25, 2020

For decades, U.S.-controlled Crypto AG helped the CIA spy on governments around the world by inserting encryption backdoor in cryptographic equipment.

iPhone 8 with lock screen on table showing Apple refusal to provide iPhone backdoor for FBI

Data Privacy News

The Apple vs. Dept. of Justice Battle Rages On; Company Refuses New Request for an iPhone Backdoor

January 27, 2020

The contentious ongoing battle between Apple and the Department of Justice continues, as the company has refused yet another request for an iPhone backdoor.

Encryption

Why Europe Needs to Prioritize the Switch to Quantum-Safe Encryption

100 Million Samsung Phones Shipped With Flawed Encryption; Galaxy S8 to S21 Series Cryptographic Keys “Trivial” To Expose

Request From French Police Compelled ProtonMail to Reveal IP Logs

WhatsApp Adds Additional Layer of Security With End-to-End Encryption for Chat Backups

More Than Strong Passwords, Companies Need Next-Level Encryption

Fully Autonomous Cars Are Moving Forward Fast, So Are Efforts To Secure Them

Russia Blocks Encrypted Email Providers, Issues Ultimatums on Facebook And Twitter

Crypto AG Shows That U.S. Concern Over Huawei Encryption Backdoors Comes From Long Experience Doing the Same Thing

The Apple vs. Dept. of Justice Battle Rages On; Company Refuses New Request for an iPhone Backdoor

Australia’s New Cybersecurity Plan: A$587 Million for Law Enforcement Funding, Small Business Assistance

Generative AI in the Age of Zero-Trust

New York State Healthcare Facilities Looking at New Cybersecurity Regulations, New Funding in 2024

Third Party Data Breach of Contractors Exposed Personal Information of Canadian Government Employees Dating Back 25 Years