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The Ultimate Guide to Encryption

A curated American edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Encryption.

What to know about Encryption

Encryption plays a crucial role in protecting digital information from unauthorized access, ensuring privacy and data security in an increasingly connected world. This tag gathers diverse stories on encryption technologies, strategies, and challenges faced by enterprises and individuals alike.

Recent discussions highlight the rising adoption of quantum-safe encryption, cloud-based key management solutions, and zero trust architectures, reflecting the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Companies such as DigiCert, Entrust, Gemalto, and others are actively advancing encryption offerings to prepare for emerging threats like quantum computing and sophisticated malware leveraging encrypted channels.

Readers exploring this tag can learn about innovations in encryption software and hardware, the importance of encryption in data protection regulations, and the complexities of managing encrypted traffic to prevent security blind spots. The collection also emphasizes the critical balance between privacy, regulatory compliance, and safeguarding against malicious actors who exploit encryption.

Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, IT decision-maker, or simply interested in data protection, following these stories will deepen your understanding of encryption’s essential role in securing information today and in the future.

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Recent Encryption News

Thales launches tool to secure sensitive data from AI
Software-as-a-Service

Thales launches tool to secure sensitive data from AI

The launch aims to help firms curb AI-driven exposure of sensitive information by linking data discovery, analytics and protection in one tool.

3 days ago

Ransomware shifts to data corruption, Index Engines says
Malware

Ransomware shifts to data corruption, Index Engines says

Data recovery teams face a tougher test as new ransomware often corrupts files without full encryption, Index Engines said.

4 days ago

LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories
Near Field Communication

LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories

Privacy-conscious homes get new choices as LG and Apple roll out seven connected devices, including cameras, a lock and a thermostat.

4 days ago

Thales launches data security tool amid AI access risk
Software-as-a-Service

Thales launches data security tool amid AI access risk

The platform is designed to help firms expose and protect sensitive data as AI assistants and machine identities widen access paths across systems.

5 days ago

Hitachi Vantara wins Common Criteria storage certification
Government

Hitachi Vantara wins Common Criteria storage certification

The accreditation gives government and regulated buyers independent assurance that the VSP One Block platform has met recognised security requirements.

Last week

HID upgrades FARGO ID card printers with stronger security
Government

HID upgrades FARGO ID card printers with stronger security

New encryption and watermarking aim to help schools, hospitals and government bodies secure ID cards without replacing existing printing setups.

Last week

ClickHouse deepens Microsoft Fabric tie-up with OneLake
Software-as-a-Service

ClickHouse deepens Microsoft Fabric tie-up with OneLake

Users can now query OneLake data directly in Fabric as ClickHouse adds read and write support and lands on Microsoft Marketplace.

Last month

Ransomware gangs steal 896 terabytes, Zscaler says
Malware

Ransomware gangs steal 896 terabytes, Zscaler says

Data theft is now driving ransom demands, with average payments rising and attackers increasingly targeting senior staff at exposed companies.

Last month

Cloudflare to launch public Certificate Authority service
Cloud Services

Cloudflare to launch public Certificate Authority service

The move could widen choice for website operators and reduce reliance on a handful of issuers as the web braces for post-quantum encryption.

Last month

Newfold Digital picks DigiCert for Bluehost SSL services
Small Business

Newfold Digital picks DigiCert for Bluehost SSL services

The switch will affect about 6 million hosting customers as shorter SSL certificate lifespans force more automation across Newfold's services.

Last month

SHI warns firms to prepare for quantum security risks
Data Protection

SHI warns firms to prepare for quantum security risks

Businesses may have only a few years to replace ageing encryption before quantum computers make current security methods vulnerable.

Last month

Keeper launches Google Chat tool for access approvals
Software-as-a-Service

Keeper launches Google Chat tool for access approvals

Access approvals can now be handled in Google Chat, as Keeper brings privileged requests and just-in-time elevation into Workspace workflows.

Last month

Kodak Alaris launches N2000 series scanners for offices
Energy efficient

Kodak Alaris launches N2000 series scanners for offices

Distributed offices can now standardise document capture with scanners that protect records, reduce rework and support audits across multiple sites.

Last month

Sectigo launches Quantum Ready for post-quantum planning
Enterprise security

Sectigo launches Quantum Ready for post-quantum planning

Enterprises facing post-quantum risk can now map cryptographic assets and prioritise migration tasks with Sectigo's new Quantum Ready tool.

Last month

Connected vehicle cloud market set to hit GBP £573bn
Software Updates

Connected vehicle cloud market set to hit GBP £573bn

Automakers' shift to software-defined cars is driving demand for remote updates, diagnostics and digital services across fleets.

Last month

Equinix launches AI inference & connectivity services
Platform-as-a-Service

Equinix launches AI inference & connectivity services

Enterprises will be able to place AI inference nearer to users and data, while Equinix tackles the networking sprawl across clouds and sites.

Last month

Atsign adds post-quantum crypto to SDKs for legacy data
Data Protection

Atsign adds post-quantum crypto to SDKs for legacy data

Long-lived data could be exposed to harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks, as Atsign bakes NIST-approved quantum-safe algorithms into its SDK layer.

Thu, 27th Aug 2026

DigiCert unveils speakers for Quantum Readiness Day
Data Protection

DigiCert unveils speakers for Quantum Readiness Day

Organisations face mounting pressure to map encryption risks and begin post-quantum migration work before future quantum computers weaken current protections.

Mon, 24th Aug 2026

Barracuda finds average web app has 20 security flaws
Layered security

Barracuda finds average web app has 20 security flaws

Basic security lapses are leaving web apps exposed, with Barracuda saying routine misconfigurations account for most of 20 flaws per site.

Fri, 21st Aug 2026

ESET brings private scanning tools to AWS Marketplace
Cloud Storage

ESET brings private scanning tools to AWS Marketplace

AWS customers can now buy ESET's file-scanning software through existing accounts, speeding deployment for cloud security teams across three regions.

Thu, 20th Aug 2026

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