In this episode of SecureTalk, host Justin Beals warmly welcomes Panos Louridas for an insightful discussion on the history, evolution, and future of cryptography. Panos has deep expertise and authored a book called  "Cryptography"  that helps explain the history of keeping secrets, important innovations in the field and the mathematical functions of effective encryption. They delve into Panos's early interest in computing, starting with a ZX Spectrum and his recent book on cryptography, which aims to make complex algorithms accessible to those with a high school level of mathematics. The conversation traverses the critical role of cryptography in our digital lives, the potential impacts of quantum computing, and the practical aspects of key management in modern web applications. Panos also shares captivating stories from the history of the Enigma machine and discusses the ongoing arms race in cryptography. Perfect for cybersecurity experts, this episode offers a rich blend of historical anecdotes, technical insights, and future-looking perspectives.Book: Louridas, Panos. (2024) Cryptography. MIT Press.           00:00 Welcome to SecureTalk00:28 The Importance of Cryptography02:21 Introducing Panos Louridas03:41 Panos Louridas' Journey into Computing06:11 The Evolution of Cryptography12:13 The Enigma Machine and Its Legacy19:03 Security by Obscurity: A Fallacy22:32 Speculations on NSA Backdoors23:21 Government Contributions to Cryptography24:51 Evolution and Security of AES27:10 Challenges in Generating Randomness28:15 Quantum Computing and Cryptography33:45 Key Management in Modern Web Applications36:53 TLS and AES: Understanding Their Relationship39:01 The Human Factor in Cryptography40:38 Making Cryptography Accessible42:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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