NIST

Overview

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is a U.S. federal agency within the Department of Commerce responsible for developing technology, measurement, and standards to advance U.S. innovation and competitiveness. In the context of quantum computing, NIST is the authoritative standards body actively reviewing and recommending post-quantum cryptographic methods to replace quantum-vulnerable algorithms such as RSA. As of 2025, NIST has been engaged in a multi-year evaluation process to identify cryptographic standards resistant to attacks by quantum computers, providing the recommended migration path for organizations that handle sensitive encrypted data.