Retrospective Decryption: Harvest Now, Decrypt Later
With rapid advancements in quantum computing, cybersecurity experts and adversaries are likely to begin to explore and assess the weak points in current cryptographic systems. One of the most discussed challenges is popularly called “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” or Retrospective Decryption.
At its core, retrospective decryption embodies a surveillance-oriented approach, involving the acquisition and long-term retention of currently unreadable encrypted data which can then be decrypted through a quantum computer.
Algorithms on the Battlefield: Risk, Reward, Responsibility
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has continued to be a pioneering force in advancements set to revolutionise fields of study and application. This unprecedented pace of innovation comes amidst escalating global conflict, prompting nations to reimagine AI within a different sphere than previously popularised i.e., defence and security. This reimagining of AI’s application in the battlefield promises to enhance precision, efficiency, and decision-making in warfare, however, it opens debate on several ethical and geopolitical challenges as a result.