Preparing the United States for Post-Quantum Cryptography

Explore the governance and regulatory framework surrounding Post-Quantum Cryptography in the United States in this 26-minute talk by Bill Newhouse, Cybersecurity Engineer & Project Lead at the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) at NIST. Gain insights into the implications of quantum computing on cybersecurity and learn about the proactive measures being taken to prepare the federal government and critical infrastructure organizations for the post-quantum era. Discover the collaborative efforts of key entities like CISA, NSA, and NIST in shaping the regulatory landscape, and understand the significance of the "Quantum Computing Cybersecurity Preparedness Act" enacted in December 2022. Delve into the critical role of cryptography in ensuring national security and economic stability in the face of advancing quantum computing technologies.