Telecom security panel launches post-quantum cryptography study to support transition efforts

The National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee is taking on a new project to provide guidance on efforts to support the transition to new post-quantum cryptography standards, including addressing potential barriers and industry-specific needs.

“Past experience has shown that migrating to new encryption standards in our complex technology ecosystem can take years, if not decades, to implement and demand partnership with industry and international stakeholders,” National Security Council official Caitlin Clarke said at a Tuesday NSTAC meeting.

Clarke asked the...