Encryption

Post-quantum cryptography. Illustration: depositphotos.com

Scientists from China: We cracked encryption using a quantum computer

Although the necessary hardware does not yet exist, researchers report that they have been able to implement a protocol to break RSA ciphers. What does this mean for internet safety?
Quantum computers will be able to crack encrypted transmissions that are considered unbreakable today, but it is likely that quantum encryption will predate them. Illustration: pixabay.

The race to build an uncrackable computer network

molecules. Source: kennysarmy / flickr.

The mysteries of the molecule

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Digital piracy / Michael Moir

Prof. Shefi Goldwasser and Dr. Zvika Barkarski. Photo: Weizmann Institute

Calculation with closed eyes

Homomorphic mathematics can be used to secure operations on information passing through the Internet. Photo: Technology Review

Homomorphic encryption

Cosmic scene with DNA, stars, solvents and atomic circles in oral flow.

No more computer hacking - practical quantum encryption