Season 2 · Episode 253
The Future of Privacy: Quantum Threats and Backdoors
Explore the shift to post-quantum encryption and why intelligence agencies rarely need to "break" the math to access your private data.
My Weird Prompts · Daniel Rosehill
January 19, 202624m 5s
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Show Notes
In this episode, Herman and Corn dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of digital privacy in 2026. They discuss the reality of quantum-resistant encryption, explaining why companies like Apple and Signal are moving toward lattice-based math to defend against future threats like "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later." The conversation also peels back the curtain on signal intelligence, revealing that while the math remains strong, endpoint compromises and metadata analysis provide government agencies with plenty of ways around the shield. From the technicalities of NIST standards to the political battle over "Chat Control" in the EU, this episode is a comprehensive look at the front lines of the modern crypto wars.