US firms develop space cryptography with 5-fold performance increase

US firms develop space cryptography with 5-fold performance increase

Northrop Grumman and Aeronix have launched a multimillion-dollar partnership to accelerate the development of cryptographic systems for space-based defense platforms and satellite networks. Announced on August 12, the US collaboration aims to protect classified information while making its processing and transmission up to five times faster. The companies will combine their expertise in space, cyber defense, cryptology, and secure communications…