Illustration of quantum vacuum fluctuations
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Using the quantum flicker inherent in empty space, researchers have found a way to generate random numbers at unprecedented speed. This record-breaking method can be used to enhance cryptographic security in large data centers.
Modern cryptography relies on the generation of random numbers, which are used as keys to encrypt large amounts of information generated by governments and corporations. Computer his algorithms are often used to generate seemingly random numbers, but a sufficiently sophisticated attacker can figure out the predetermined steps a computer is using…
