The hottest Cryptography Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Rod’s Blog 39 implied HN points 19 Feb 24
  1. Quantum computing poses a serious threat to conventional cryptography due to powerful quantum algorithms like Shor's and Grover's, which can compromise commonly used encryption schemes.
  2. Preparing for quantum computing challenges now can lead to the development of quantum-resistant cryptography, using both classical and quantum techniques to withstand quantum attacks and enhance security.
  3. Quantum cryptography offers innovative possibilities like quantum key distribution and quantum secure communication, driving collaboration and innovation across various fields to enhance security and privacy.
Let Us Face the Future 117 implied HN points 19 Oct 23
  1. Application-level security is crucial and there is a trend towards 'shift-up' in data security.
  2. Compliance with NIST standards is a significant factor for adoption in regulated industries.
  3. The NIST PQC standardization process will drive wider adoption of cryptographic tools.
Bzogramming 30 implied HN points 07 Jan 24
  1. Physics has alternative framings like Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, which could inspire new ways of viewing computation.
  2. Reversible computing, preserving information by having bijective gates, is crucial for energy efficiency and future computing technologies.
  3. Studying constraint solvers and NP-complete problems can lead to insights for accelerating search algorithms and developing new computing approaches.
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Coinsights 38 implied HN points 22 Feb 23
  1. EVM supports two types of accounts: Externally Owned Accounts (EOAs) and Contract Accounts (smart contracts)
  2. EOAs are controlled by private keys and can initiate transactions, while smart contracts run on code and cannot initiate transactions
  3. Smart Contract Wallets (SCWs) enhance wallet experience by utilizing the customizability of smart contracts
Lukasz Olejnik on Cyber, Privacy and Tech Policy Critique 19 implied HN points 24 Apr 23
  1. Google plans to use generative AI for dynamic ads, raising concerns about transparency and data protection.
  2. New cryptographic standards are compared to a jigsaw puzzle, emphasizing the complexity and precision required.
  3. The EU is establishing a 'cyber solidarity' reserve to address cybersecurity threats, with a focus on supporting countries like Ukraine.
Quantum Formalism 19 implied HN points 28 Jun 22
  1. The lecture 09 replay covering the application of cyclic groups and DLP in cryptography is available on YouTube.
  2. Future plans include a mini-course series on cryptography focusing on DLP cryptographic systems for security assurance.
  3. Joining the Discord Community is encouraged for organizing group study sessions and accessing live study session links.
Quantum Formalism 0 implied HN points 20 Jun 22
  1. Group Theory Crash Course: Catch up on missed live sessions with available recordings on YouTube.
  2. Discord Community: Join the Discord Server for group study sessions and community engagement.
  3. QF Mathematics Mentorship: Utilize the new six-month mathematics mentorship program, connecting with PhD-level mathematicians for guidance.
The ZenMode 0 implied HN points 25 Feb 24
  1. Encryption is like a secret code that keeps your information safe and private using algorithms and keys.
  2. End-to-end encryption ensures that only the sender and recipient can access and read messages, offering a high level of security and privacy.
  3. Signal Protocol, with features like the Double Ratchet Algorithm, is widely used in popular messaging apps to provide strong security for user communications.
Splitting Infinity 0 implied HN points 15 Oct 23
  1. Public goods are resources that are nonexcludable and nonrivalrous, and modern technology is making some private goods resemble public goods.
  2. Mechanisms for funding public goods face challenges like the free-rider problem and impossibility theorems regarding efficiency, incentive compatibility, individual rationality, and budget balance.
  3. Different mechanisms like assurance contracts, Vickrey-Clarke-Groves mechanism, quadratic funding, lotteries, and the Lindahl process aim to address the public goods funding problem, each with its own strengths and challenges.
Splitting Infinity 0 implied HN points 26 Sep 23
  1. The value of industry in orbit will be enormous, with falling launch prices enabling new possibilities for Earth in areas such as communications and ecosystem management.
  2. Satellites can revolutionize communications by providing fast, ubiquitous space internet and increasing the speed and accessibility of various applications like stock exchanges and online gaming.
  3. Satellites have great potential for enhancing security through the use of cryptography, as they offer secure platforms for encryption methods like quantum cryptography and relativistic cryptography.
CyberSecurityMew 0 implied HN points 08 Jan 24
  1. Beijing Infosec made a strategic investment in Yunjizhi Technology on January 8, 2024, initiating a partnership in the data security industry.
  2. Infosec specializes in commercial cryptography products for sectors like finance, government, and enterprises, while Yunjizhi offers structured and unstructured data security products and services.
  3. Through collaboration, Infosec and Yunjizhi aim to tackle data security challenges, introduce innovative technologies, and advance the industry's development.
CyberSecurityMew 0 implied HN points 20 Jun 23
  1. Sansec announced the acquisition of 66.9349% shares of Jiangnan Keyou on June 19, 2023, aiming to improve resource integration and leverage synergies.
  2. China's regulatory framework for cryptography has been improving with laws like the 'Password Law' and revised 'Regulations on the Administration of Commercial Cryptography,' accelerating the industry's development.
  3. Upon completion of the acquisition, Jiangnan Keyou will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sansec.
Quantum Formalism 0 implied HN points 05 Jul 22
  1. The US National Institute of Standards and Technology announced post-quantum cryptography standardisation proposals, marking a historic day in modern cryptography.
  2. Cryptography courses will now include post-quantum cryptography standards in the curriculum, with a focus on the selected standards.
  3. The Quantum Formalism community encourages participation in lectures, Discord community engagements, and sponsorships for events like LOGML Summer School, emphasizing the importance of advanced Geometry in Machine Learning.