PQ Crypta Achieves Full Compliance with NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 1, 2025
Contact: Allan Riddel, Principal Software Architect
Email: contact@pqcrypta.com

PQ Crypta announces successful implementation of all NIST-finalized post-quantum cryptography standards, becoming one of the first platforms to achieve full compliance with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 203 and 204.

Following the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) formal release of post-quantum cryptography standards in August 2024, PQ Crypta has completed comprehensive implementation and testing of both ML-KEM (FIPS 203) and ML-DSA (FIPS 204), positioning the platform as a leader in quantum-resistant security solutions.

Why NIST Standardization Matters

NIST's standardization of post-quantum cryptography algorithms represents a critical milestone in cybersecurity. These standards provide organizations with validated, peer-reviewed algorithms that can withstand attacks from both classical and quantum computers, ensuring long-term data protection.

"NIST's rigorous standardization process, spanning over eight years of evaluation, gives organizations confidence that these algorithms are ready for production use. Our complete implementation means businesses can adopt quantum-resistant encryption today, not years from now."

— Allan Riddel, Principal Software Architect, PQ Crypta

NIST-Standardized Algorithms Implemented

ML-KEM-1024 (FIPS 203): Module-Lattice-Based Key Encapsulation Mechanism for secure key exchange, replacing traditional RSA and Diffie-Hellman protocols
ML-DSA-87 (FIPS 204): Module-Lattice-Based Digital Signature Algorithm for authentication and non-repudiation, replacing ECDSA and RSA signatures
SLH-DSA (FIPS 205): Stateless Hash-Based Digital Signature Algorithm for additional signature security options
Hybrid Modes: Combination of classical and post-quantum algorithms for transitional security

The implementation includes comprehensive testing and validation to ensure cryptographic correctness, performance optimization, and interoperability with existing security infrastructure. PQ Crypta's platform now supports full cryptographic workflows using NIST-standardized algorithms, from key generation through encryption and decryption.

Technical Validation

Algorithm Correctness: Full cryptographic test suite validation against NIST Known Answer Tests (KATs)
Performance Benchmarking: Optimized implementations achieving production-ready throughput
Security Analysis: Constant-time operations to prevent side-channel attacks
Interoperability Testing: Compatibility with standard cryptographic protocols
Health Monitoring: Continuous validation of all cryptographic endpoints

The platform's architecture separates algorithm implementation from application logic, allowing seamless updates as NIST releases additional standards or refinements. This future-proof design ensures organizations can adapt to evolving cryptographic requirements without infrastructure changes.

"Compliance isn't just about implementing algorithms—it's about doing so correctly, securely, and efficiently. Our platform undergoes continuous validation to ensure every encryption operation meets NIST specifications."

— Allan Riddel, Principal Software Architect, PQ Crypta

Organizational Benefits

Regulatory Compliance: Meet emerging federal requirements for quantum-resistant encryption
Future-Proof Security: Protection against both current and future cryptographic threats
Risk Mitigation: Address "harvest now, decrypt later" threats to sensitive data
Seamless Integration: RESTful API compatible with existing security infrastructure
Audit Trail: Comprehensive logging and compliance reporting

Organizations across sectors including finance, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure can now implement NIST-compliant post-quantum cryptography through PQ Crypta's platform. The solution is available for immediate deployment with comprehensive documentation and technical support.

Timeline for Quantum Threat

While large-scale quantum computers capable of breaking current encryption don't exist today, experts estimate they could emerge within 10-15 years. Data encrypted now and intercepted by adversaries could be stored and decrypted later—making immediate adoption of quantum-resistant encryption critical for protecting long-term sensitive information.

About PQ Crypta

PQ Crypta provides NIST-compliant quantum-resistant encryption solutions for organizations preparing for the post-quantum era. Through standards-based implementation and comprehensive security tools, PQ Crypta enables seamless transition to quantum-safe cryptography.

Media Contact

Allan Riddel
Principal Software Architect & Cryptography Engineer
PQ Crypta
Email: contact@pqcrypta.com
Web: https://pqcrypta.com