Zoom bolsters security offering with the inclusion of post-quantum end-to-end encryption in Zoom Workplace

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) announced that post–quantum end–to–end encryption (E2EE) is now globally available for Zoom Workplace, specifically Zoom Meetings, with Zoom Phone and Zoom Rooms coming soon. The launch of the new security enhancement makes Zoom the first UCaaS company to offer a post–quantum E2EE solution for video conferencing.

As adversarial threats become more sophisticated, so does the need to safeguard user data. In certain circumstances, attackers may have the ability to capture encrypted network traffic now, with the intent to decrypt it later when quantum computers become more advanced — a scenario often referred to as “harvest now, decrypt later”. So, while powerful quantum computers with this capability are not yet generally available, Zoom has taken a proactive stance by upgrading the algorithms designed to be able to withstand these potential future threats.

“Since we launched end–to–end encryption for Zoom Meetings in 2020 and Zoom Phone in 2022, we have seen customers increasingly use the feature, which demonstrates how important it is for us to offer our customers a secure platform that meets their unique needs,” said Michael Adams, chief information security officer at Zoom. “With the launch of post–quantum E2EE, we are doubling down on security and providing leading–edge features for users to help protect their data. At Zoom, we continuously adapt as the security threat landscape evolves, with the goal of keeping our users protected.”

How post–quantum E2E encryption works
When users enable E2EE for their meetings, Zoom’s system is designed to provide only the participants with access to the encryption keys that are used to encrypt the meeting; this is the behavior for both post–quantum E2EE and standard E2EE. Because Zoom’s servers do not have the necessary decryption key, encrypted data relayed through Zoom’s servers is indecipherable. In addition, to defend against “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks, Zoom’s post–quantum E2E encryption uses Kyber 768, an algorithm being standardized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as the Module Lattice–based Key Encapsulation Mechanism, or ML–KEM, in FIPS 203.

Visit our support article to understand which versions and platforms of Zoom Workplace support using post–quantum E2EE.

About Zoom
Zoom’s mission is to provide one platform that delivers limitless human connection. Zoom Workplace — our AI–powered, open collaboration platform built for modern work — streamlines communications, improves productivity, increases employee engagement, optimizes in–person time, and offers customer choice with third–party apps and integrations. Zoom Workplace, powered by Zoom AI Companion, includes collaboration solutions like meetings, team chat, phone, scheduler, whiteboard, spaces, Workvivo, and more. Together with Zoom Workplace, Zoom’s Business Services for sales, marketing, and customer care teams, including Zoom Contact Center, strengthen customer relationships throughout the customer lifecycle. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Get more info at zoom.com.

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FII Institute Unveils Top Speakers, Sessions for Inaugural Latin America Summit in June

SÃO PAULO, Brazil, May 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute will host its first Latin American FII PRIORITY Summit in Rio de Janeiro from 11 to 13 June 2024 at the Copacabana Palace. Over three days, more than 150 notable speakers will participate in 44 sessions. Held under the theme “Invest in Dignity,” the summit will explore how investing in the ecological transition, technology and innovation, and social inclusion can build a new global order that prioritises dignity for all.

Key speakers include H.R.H. Princess Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud, Saudi Ambassador to the U.S., H.R.H. Prince Faisal Bin Bandar Al Saud, Chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation, H.E. Yasir Al–Rumayyan, Governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Chairman of the FII Institute, Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of State, and former presidents Felipe Calderon (Mexico), Juan Manuel Santos (Colombia), Jorge Quiroga (Bolivia), and Laura Chinchilla (Costa Rica).

The summit will also feature—among others—industry leaders, investment experts, and government officials like H.E. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al–Falih, Saudi Minister of Investment, Baroness Ariane de Rothschild, CEO of Edmond de Rothschild Holding, Hon. Gustavo Manrique, Former Foreign Minister and Former Environmental Minister of Ecuador, Sir Martin Sorrell, Executive Chairman of S4 Capital Group, André Esteves, Chairman of BTG Pactual, Marcelo Claure, Founder & CEO of Claure Group, Bernard Mensah, President of International at Bank of America, Aloizio Mercadante, President of BNDES, Eduardo Bartolomeo, CEO of Vale, and Julia Dias Leite, CEO of the Brazilian Center for International Relations (CEBRi).

The sessions will delve into issues surrounding climate action, BRICS, energy transition, sustainable development, entrepreneurship, and emerging technologies. Highlights include the “Board of Changemakers,” focused on growth opportunities and economic prosperity, “How Can Investors Navigate Dynamic Markets?” on investment strategies amid market volatility, and “The Future of Global Energy,” discussing emerging energy technologies and projects. Other topics will address global investment megatrends, fintech and traditional finance convergence, and leadership in the rise of the global south.

For media enquiries, please email: media@fii–institute.org and fii–institute@fsb.com.br.

About FII Institute

The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non–profit foundation driven by data with an investment arm focused on impactful initiatives for humanity. Through its PRIORITY Summits, the institute brings together leading minds to foster innovation and sustainable solutions across the globe.

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