cryptography

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Charles H Bennett and Gilles Brassard's work, which dates back to 1984, is known as quantum cryptography and has "redefined secure communication and computing", the award's body said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Quantum computers have the potential to transform fields ranging from materials science to cryptography, but today they remain extremely difficult to build and operate.

From Science Daily • Feb. 6, 2026

Now, the real question: What happens when quantum computers can break elliptic curve cryptography?

From MarketWatch • Dec. 28, 2025

The S-shaped copper sculpture has baffled cryptography enthusiasts since its 1990 installation on the grounds of the CIA headquarters in Virginia, with three of its four messages deciphered so far.

From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025

A treasure trove of materials on cryptography, the library included both rare books and modern photocopies.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield