Why does this matter for security? Randomness is the backbone of cryptographic security, yet most systems still rely on software-based randomness. This video does a great job breaking down why true random number generation matters—and how computers often fall short. If you’re navigating post-quantum readiness or securing edge devices, understanding the difference between PRNG and…
Read MoreRandomness plays a critical role in everything from cryptography to simulations. But not all randomness is created equal. This video dives into the difference between true and pseudorandom number generators, including how the Neumann algorithm works and why “periods” in pseudorandom sequences create predictability that weakens security. Real Random uses tamper-evident hardware to harness Brownian…
Read MoreNatural Randomness now is the gold standard for random-number generation. Before the Internet came along, the computing industry used randomness mainly for numerical simulation problems, and for this purpose, a predictable PRNG was not only acceptable, but was preferable. With the Internet came e-commerce and networked gaming, both of which require an unpredictable randomness source.…
Read MoreIntroduction The importance of secure data encryption continuously increases with every device that joins a public network. In the emerging IoT these will exceed the usual computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones, adding many new targets and ports for malevolent parties to steal our private information. As a major channel for data transfer between the users…
Read MoreIntroduction and Motivation Cryptography is fundamentally important for securing data, whether that data is in transit over the internet or at rest on a storage device. In the past, cryptography relied on algorithms and codes that were kept secret. This, however, proved impractical when parties who did not know each other in advance wanted to…
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