Google Cloud Targets 2027 for First Major Post-Quantum Security Milestone
Google Cloud has established 2027 as a key milestone to address store-now-decrypt-later threats through its post-quantum cryptography initiative, reflecting the industry's growing concern about adversaries harvesting encrypted data today for future decryption. The company's broader migration to post-quantum cryptographic standards is expected to extend through 2028, indicating a multi-year commitment to transitioning its infrastructure ahead of quantum computing threats.
The rules have already been rejected by multiple state courts, but the Trump administration said it’s preparing in case of a favorable Supreme Court decision. The post Postal Service moves to finalize mail ballot regs before SCOTUS ruling appeared first on CyberScoop.
TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million to settle a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit alleging violations of child privacy laws, with $300 million due immediately and the remaining $100 million conditional on vacating a prior consent decree. The settlement resolves claims brought against ByteDance's social media platform in 2024 for its handling of children's personal data.
Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Greg Casar want a GAO probe on the government’s use of spyware and other sophisticated hacking tools and authorities. The post Lawmakers seek watchdog review of federal hacking of Americans appeared first on CyberScoop.