The Encryption Edge

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The Encryption Edge delves into the practical world of applied cryptography, uncovering the technologies and strategies that protect our digital world. From exploring real-world implementations of cryptographic systems to breaking down the latest news and developments in the field, this podcast brings you a hands-on perspective of securing data and communications. Perfect for professionals, enthusiasts, and curious minds, The Encryption Edge ensures you're always one step ahead in the fast-evolving realm of cryptography.

  1. The New PKI Quantum Certificates Explained

    10/22/2025

    The New PKI Quantum Certificates Explained

    The quantum computing era is fast approaching, threatening to shatter existing encryption and expose valuable data to the "harvest now decrypt later" strategy. This episode reveals how quantum certificates and hybrid cryptography are the essential defense. We break down the urgent need for crypto-agility, analyze the new NIST PQC standards, and provide the clear, practical steps your organization must take to begin migrating its PKI today. Tune in to secure your data's future.

    8 min
  2. Why the SHA-1 Disaster Holds the Key to Quantum Survival

    10/16/2025

    Why the SHA-1 Disaster Holds the Key to Quantum Survival

    We dive into the catastrophic organizational failures of the SHA-1 to SHA-2 migration, revealing why enterprises missed hidden certificates and suffered dependency shock. This historical scramble offers urgent lessons for the PQC transition. Learn how the "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" (HNDL) threat necessitates immediate action, necessitating C-suite leadership, extensive PKI overhauls, and mandatory crypto-agility to counter quantum computers and meet the non-negotiable 2031 deadlines.

    16 min
  3. How One Hacker Killed a Global Digital Trust Company

    10/09/2025

    How One Hacker Killed a Global Digital Trust Company

    This is the story of how a single hacker brought down DigiNotar, a company trusted to secure national governments and millions of users online. In this episode of The Encryption Edge, we break down how weak security, a six-week cover-up, and one rogue certificate caused a global trust crisis, halted government services, and forced browsers like Google, Microsoft, and Mozilla to change the rules of the web forever. Learn how this breach led to Certificate Transparency, stricter browser rules, and faster-expiring certificates; the lessons that make the internet safer today.

    14 min
  4. Decrypting the NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Initiative

    09/25/2025

    Decrypting the NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Initiative

    This is the definitive guide. We break down the full NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Initiative and its strategic report, the CSWP 48 ipd. Learn how NIST has already mapped your PQC migration steps to both the Cybersecurity Framework and SP 800-53, giving you the immediate justification and plan you need to tackle the quantum threat and simplify your security job.

    6 min
  5. Zero Code, Global Trust: AWS's New Approach to Key Replication

    09/18/2025

    Zero Code, Global Trust: AWS's New Approach to Key Replication

    Building a resilient global payments platform just got a lot easier. In this episode, we dive into the major September 2025 announcement from AWS: the new Multi-Region keys for AWS Payment Cryptography. We break down how this game-changing feature automates key replication, eliminating the need for complex, custom frameworks. Discover how this no-code solution provides unbreakable availability, simplifies global operations, and gives you the peace of mind that your cryptographic foundation is built to withstand any challenge.

    5 min
  6. The 1.1.1.1 Certificate Scandal: A Wake-Up Call for Microsoft’s Root Program

    09/11/2025

    The 1.1.1.1 Certificate Scandal: A Wake-Up Call for Microsoft’s Root Program

    A security incident involving a mis-issued certificate for Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 DNS service has exposed a serious vulnerability. We break down how an obscure Certificate Authority, trusted by Microsoft but not others, left Windows users exposed to a potential man-in-the-middle attack. Join us as we explore the deeper systemic issues at play, from the failure of automated monitoring to the broader pattern of governance failures in the Web PKI. We also discuss why this incident is a critical reminder of the dangers of passive trust and how new regulations like eIDAS 2.0 could make the problem even worse.

    7 min
  7. Decrypting Canada's PQC Roadmap

    09/04/2025

    Decrypting Canada's PQC Roadmap

    The quantum clock is ticking, and Canada has a plan. In this episode of The Encryption Edge, we break down the Government of Canada's new roadmap for transitioning its IT systems to post-quantum cryptography. We explore the three-phase strategy, from preparation and discovery to full-scale transition, and reveal the key milestones and deadlines set for federal departments. We'll also dive into a head-to-head comparison, examining the commonalities and key differences between Canada's approach and the European Union's PQC roadmap. Find out how two major global players are tackling the same quantum threat, and what their strategies mean for the future of digital security.

    9 min

  8. 08/28/2025

    Deciphering the Microsoft Quantum Safe Program

    Microsoft's plan for quantum-safe security is here. In this episode of The Encryption Edge, we break down the company's comprehensive, multi-year strategy to transition its entire ecosystem, from Windows and Azure to its customers and partners into the quantum era. Discover the three key phases of their Quantum Safe Program and learn why this blueprint is a crucial guide for any business looking to protect its data before it's too late.

    7 min
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The Encryption Edge delves into the practical world of applied cryptography, uncovering the technologies and strategies that protect our digital world. From exploring real-world implementations of cryptographic systems to breaking down the latest news and developments in the field, this podcast brings you a hands-on perspective of securing data and communications. Perfect for professionals, enthusiasts, and curious minds, The Encryption Edge ensures you're always one step ahead in the fast-evolving realm of cryptography.

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  • Creator
    Encryption Consulting
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
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