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A Glimpse of the Future: NIST’s KEM Workshop
NIST held a workshop on the future of Key Encapsulation Mechanisms (KEMs), featuring several interesting proposals.
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FIPS ‘n’ Chips Crypto Module Bootcamp
atsec and UT Austin are excited to host the second Crypto Module Bootcamp, free for all participants!
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Final Call to Submit for Interim Validation
The CMVP is moving back to its normal certification process, which means interim submissions are being closed.
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ICMC 2024 Update
We enjoyed seeing our colleagues at ICMC24, and have updated this year’s animation with Stephan’s opening remarks.
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ICMC 2024 has Arrived, and We’ll See You There
ICMC 2024 is here, and it’s packed with excellent sessions on PQC, AMVP, and more. See you there!
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First Post Quantum Cryptographic Algorithm Certificates Issued
With the arrival of the first post-quantum cryptographic algorithms, atsec is ready to provide testing services for them.
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XDRGB – Random Bit Generator using any XOF
A new deterministic random bit generator has been published: the XDRBG.
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A FIPS 140-3 Compliant Hybrid KEM Algorithm
Along with the sole use of Kyber KEM, a hybrid mechanism using X25519 can act as a replacement for Kyber KEM.

