NIST Mandates Quantum-Resistant Encryption Standards by 2030: ML-KEM to Replace RSA
NIST announces plans to phase out widely-used encryption algorithms like RSA by 2030, mandating transition to quantum-resistant standards like ML-KEM. Organizations have 6-7 years to upgrade their cryptographic systems before complete elimination of current public-key protocols by 2035.
Federal AI Adoption: Balancing Innovation with Privacy Act Compliance
U.S. federal agencies are navigating the delicate balance between leveraging AI's transformative potential and adhering to Privacy Act regulations. While some departments face scrutiny over data handling, successful AI implementations across government demonstrate the technology's capacity to enhance public services while maintaining privacy safeguards.
White House to Launch Smart Device Security Label Program in 2025
The U.S. government is introducing the Cyber Trust Mark program to help consumers identify secure IoT devices through QR code labels. Similar to Energy Star ratings, the initiative will require devices to meet NIST cybersecurity standards and receive certification from approved testing administrators.