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VPNs need to be ready for the post-quantum world – here's what's being done

It's World Quantum Day, and VPNs are preparing for the impact quantum encryption will have on our digital privacy. Here's everything you need to know.

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Back to the future with block sizes

AES is a block cipher, which is the workhorse of almost all cryptographic systems.

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Quantum computers will be a dream come true for hackers, risking everything from military secrets to bank information. Can we stop them?

When quantum computers become commonplace, current cryptographic systems will become obsolete. Scientists are racing to get ahead of the problem and keep our data secure.

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AdGuard becomes the latest VPN to add post-quantum encryption

The post-quantum feature has already been rolled out on desktop, with support for mobile apps coming soon. Here's why that's crucial for your security.

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Trump Is Trying to Kill the CHIPS Act. That Could Tank These 2 AI Stocks.

AI stocks such as Intel and Advanced Micro Devices might pull back if the Trump administration reduces subsidies to the semiconductor industry.

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Scientists create world's 1st chip that can protect data in the age of quantum computing attacks

Scientists in Switzerland have developed a new method to improve internet security against quantum computing attacks, using quantum-resistant encryption and a new type of hardware.

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AI safety advocates slam Trump administration’s reported targeting of standards agency

The U.S.’s fledgling AI Safety Institute is reportedly about to be gutted by mass layoffs at the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

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AI security risks are in the spotlight—but hackers say models are still alarmingly easy to attack

One of the biggest AI vibe shifts of 2025 so far is the sudden, massive pivot from AI “safety” to AI “security.”

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ExpressVPN's latest upgrade secures its spot as the most quantum-safe VPN

ExpressVPN has upgraded its Lightway protocol with the latest industry leading post-quantum encryption. But how has it done this and what does it mean for you?

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ExpressVPN upgrades to post-quantum encryption NIST standards

Yet again, the VPN provider consolidates its commitment to future-proofing user data against the threats posed by quantum computing. Here's all you need to know.

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White House unveils "US Cyber Trust Mark" to help determine if your devices are secure

Smart products sold in the US could help consumers determine which devices are safe to install.

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5 cybersecurity predictions to look out for in 2025

What's in store for internet security and privacy next year? Here are the main cybersecurity predictions to look out for in 2025.

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Navigating NIST’s updated password rotation guidelines

As NIST's guidelines change, it's imperative that organizations understand password rotation, but how and why?

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GDPR fines are almost never paid, will the AI Act be different?

More than just GDPR - data privacy expert, Valerie Lyons, discusses how the AI Act will affect the way we handle data

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How forensic DNA analysis can falsely link people to crime scenes

Researchers have found that forensic "DNA mixture analysis" is less accurate for certain groups of people with lower genetic diversity, which could falsely link them to crime scenes.

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US federal government websites now offering face recognition to login

General Services Administration will offer the option for facial recognition-enabled login.

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Rejoice! The charade of having to change our passwords every few months is coming to an end

The US government is finally admitting there’s no need - instead, to fend off cyber-attacks we need passwords that are long but memorable, says technology writer Kate O’Flaherty

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Forcing users to periodically change their passwords should go the way of the dodo according to the US government

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NIST, Cryptography and The Future of VPNs

Anticipating this challenge, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has recently finalized a set of quantum-resistant encryption standards.

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NordVPN joins the post-quantum revolution

While the upgrade is only on Linux for now, the provider expects to implement post-quantum encryption on all apps by March 2025. Here's all you need to know.

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The US government wants to cut out some of its weirdest password rules

NIST wants to get rid of outdated password practices as it aims to improve password security.

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Chrome to adopt NIST-approved post quantum encryption on desktop

Google is switching from the Kyber-based algorithm to the new standard to mitigate risks from "store now, decrypt later attacks."

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Mullvad launches post-quantum protection for iPhones

Mullvad now offers quantum-safe encryption across all apps. It's one of the few VPN providers to include such protections as most of the industry is still catching up.

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Post-quantum encryption standards are here – a new era for VPN security begins

It's only a matter of time before quantum computers can break traditional encryption. NIST's new standards mean the cat-and-mouse game of cybersecurity continues.

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With space agencies racing to the moon, scientists are making a lunar 'time zone'

Scientists aiming to build a lunar GPS are trying to create a new lunar 'time zone' that's standardized with Earth time.

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