Trade group urges Commerce secretary to support the work of subagenciesThe Department of Commerce must strengthen its sub-agencies to enhance U.S. technology and trade.
US AI Safety Institute could face big cuts | TechCrunchNIST may cut 500 jobs, threatening AI safety initiatives like the US AI Safety Institute.
Trade group urges Commerce secretary to support the work of subagenciesThe Department of Commerce must strengthen its sub-agencies to enhance U.S. technology and trade.
US AI Safety Institute could face big cuts | TechCrunchNIST may cut 500 jobs, threatening AI safety initiatives like the US AI Safety Institute.
Reported cuts at NIST imperil semiconductor reshoring plans in the USCuts to NIST may jeopardize CHIPS Act funding, threatening US semiconductor manufacturing reshore efforts.
Federal layoffs threaten to derail NIST's role in CHIPS ActTrump's administration plans substantial staff cuts at NIST, impacting the $53 billion CHIPS Act aimed at semiconductor production and research.
Reported cuts at NIST imperil semiconductor reshoring plans in the USCuts to NIST may jeopardize CHIPS Act funding, threatening US semiconductor manufacturing reshore efforts.
Federal layoffs threaten to derail NIST's role in CHIPS ActTrump's administration plans substantial staff cuts at NIST, impacting the $53 billion CHIPS Act aimed at semiconductor production and research.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology Braces for Mass FiringsSignificant layoffs at NIST may soon occur, affecting hundreds of employees due to spending cuts from the Trump administration.
Test Accounts: A Hidden RiskAvoid testing in production to safeguard reputation, customer trust, and system integrity.
A lab in the US unveils new tools to withstand encryption-breaking quantumThe introduction of new encryption algorithms aims to protect against future quantum computing cybersecurity threats.
NIST's New Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards AnnouncedNIST has introduced new encryption standards to resist cyberattacks and safeguard data against future quantum computing threats.
How to create a secure password policyNIST advocates for memorable passwords and multi-factor authentication over complex, frequently changed passwords to enhance security.
7 essential password rules to follow in 2024, according to security expertsFollow NIST guidelines for strong passwords to enhance cybersecurity.
NIST may not resolve vulnerability database backlog until early 2025, analysis showsThe National Vulnerability Database has a significant processing backlog that may not be cleared until early 2025.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and CTEM - Better TogetherNIST's Cybersecurity Framework is crucial for managing cyber risk and enhancing security posture.CSF 2.0 aims for broader adaptability for various organizations.
A lab in the US unveils new tools to withstand encryption-breaking quantumThe introduction of new encryption algorithms aims to protect against future quantum computing cybersecurity threats.
NIST's New Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards AnnouncedNIST has introduced new encryption standards to resist cyberattacks and safeguard data against future quantum computing threats.
How to create a secure password policyNIST advocates for memorable passwords and multi-factor authentication over complex, frequently changed passwords to enhance security.
7 essential password rules to follow in 2024, according to security expertsFollow NIST guidelines for strong passwords to enhance cybersecurity.
NIST may not resolve vulnerability database backlog until early 2025, analysis showsThe National Vulnerability Database has a significant processing backlog that may not be cleared until early 2025.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and CTEM - Better TogetherNIST's Cybersecurity Framework is crucial for managing cyber risk and enhancing security posture.CSF 2.0 aims for broader adaptability for various organizations.
To counter China and support national security, Congress must empower NISTAmerica's leadership in technology and national security hinges on strengthening NIST to compete with emerging global challenges, particularly from China.
ByteDance researcher mistakenly added to US safety body for AINIST mistakenly added ByteDance researcher to discussion channelTikTok's involvement in US national debate regarding Chinese ownership
To counter China and support national security, Congress must empower NISTAmerica's leadership in technology and national security hinges on strengthening NIST to compete with emerging global challenges, particularly from China.
ByteDance researcher mistakenly added to US safety body for AINIST mistakenly added ByteDance researcher to discussion channelTikTok's involvement in US national debate regarding Chinese ownership
Using sound to spot an imminent lithium-ion battery failNIST developed a machine learning-based early warning system for lithium-ion battery fires, recognizing a distinctive sound indicating potential failure.Traditional smoke alarms are inadequate for detecting the rapid escalation of lithium-ion battery fires. Early warning is crucial for safety.
Chief Counsel for the National Institute of Standards and Technology - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property LawThe Chief Counsel for NIST oversees a comprehensive legal program, providing essential advice on measurement, standards, and technology regulations.
Quantum computing will make encryption techniques obsolete-the U.S. government has a planQuantum computers could potentially render current encryption methods obsolete, but new algorithms are being developed to counteract this threat.
NIST approves 14 new quantum encryption algorithms for standardization14 new algorithms for digital signatures have been announced for post-quantum cryptographic standardization.
NIST debuts first post-quantum cryptography algorithmsNIST released post-quantum cryptographic algorithms for network security.
Talented NIST scientists predict the far future of science and technologyNIST researchers forecast that diamonds could replace silicon in computers, enhancing efficiency and thermal management in the future.
Quantum computing will make encryption techniques obsolete-the U.S. government has a planQuantum computers could potentially render current encryption methods obsolete, but new algorithms are being developed to counteract this threat.
NIST approves 14 new quantum encryption algorithms for standardization14 new algorithms for digital signatures have been announced for post-quantum cryptographic standardization.
NIST debuts first post-quantum cryptography algorithmsNIST released post-quantum cryptographic algorithms for network security.
Talented NIST scientists predict the far future of science and technologyNIST researchers forecast that diamonds could replace silicon in computers, enhancing efficiency and thermal management in the future.
AI firms and civil society groups plead for federal AI lawEstablishment of the US AI Safety Institute is crucial for enhancing AI standards and safety amidst growing concerns.
OpenAI, Anthropic to collab with NIST on AI safety testingThe U.S. undertakes a safety-focused collaboration with OpenAI and Anthropic for AI model testing before public release.
NIST releases a tool for testing AI model risk | TechCrunchDioptra is a tool re-released by NIST to assess AI risks and test the effects of malicious attacks, aiding in benchmarking AI models and evaluating developers' claims.
OpenAI, Anthropic agree to get their models tested for safety before making them publicNIST formed the US AI Safety Institute Consortium to establish guidelines ensuring safe AI development and management by leveraging collaboration among key tech firms.
This tool tests AI's resilience to 'poisoned' dataRe-release of NIST tool Dioptra to test AI model susceptibility to malicious data, in response to President Biden's Executive Order on AI development.
Feds appoint "AI doomer" to run US AI safety instituteThe US AI Safety Institute appointed Paul Christiano, who has expressed concerns about AI development leading to potential 'doom,' as head of AI safety.
AI firms and civil society groups plead for federal AI lawEstablishment of the US AI Safety Institute is crucial for enhancing AI standards and safety amidst growing concerns.
OpenAI, Anthropic to collab with NIST on AI safety testingThe U.S. undertakes a safety-focused collaboration with OpenAI and Anthropic for AI model testing before public release.
NIST releases a tool for testing AI model risk | TechCrunchDioptra is a tool re-released by NIST to assess AI risks and test the effects of malicious attacks, aiding in benchmarking AI models and evaluating developers' claims.
OpenAI, Anthropic agree to get their models tested for safety before making them publicNIST formed the US AI Safety Institute Consortium to establish guidelines ensuring safe AI development and management by leveraging collaboration among key tech firms.
This tool tests AI's resilience to 'poisoned' dataRe-release of NIST tool Dioptra to test AI model susceptibility to malicious data, in response to President Biden's Executive Order on AI development.
Feds appoint "AI doomer" to run US AI safety instituteThe US AI Safety Institute appointed Paul Christiano, who has expressed concerns about AI development leading to potential 'doom,' as head of AI safety.
Federal report on Surfside collapse won't be released until 2026. What's taking so long?The Champlain Towers South investigation will now release a draft report in 2026, delayed by various challenges including interviews and testing.
Training NIST Privacy FrameworkThe NIST Privacy Framework helps organizations assess and implement privacy protections effectively.
NIST Launches Program to Discriminate How Far From "Human-Quality" Are Gen AI Generated SummariesPublic generative AI evaluation program by NIST focusing on text-to-text and text-to-image. Teams can act as generators or discriminators. Submission deadline in August.
NIST's emerging tech work will be 'very difficult' without sustained funding, director saysNIST emphasizes research priorities in AI and quantum information sciences for FY25, highlighting the need for consistent federal funding.
NIST staffers revolt against expected appointment of 'effective altruist' AI researcher to US AI Safety InstituteNIST facing internal crisis over Paul Christiano's appointmentConcerns over Christiano's ties to EA movement and longtermism
Understanding the impact of the NIST NVD backlog on MSPsBudget cuts impact NIST's NVD, leading to a backlog in processing vulnerabilities affecting MSPs.