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Sundance Film Festival unveils its lineup including Jennifer Lopez, 'Questlove' and more(The Center Square) – The U.S. Government Accountability Office says leadership is needed to fully define quantum threat mitigation strategy. A new report released by the agency emphasizes the urgent need for comprehensive federal leadership to address the emerging cybersecurity risks posed by quantum computing, warning that without prompt and coordinated action, adversarial nations might exploit quantum technology to undermine national security. "It is important for the Office of the National Cyber Director to act on our recommendation now for several reasons," Marisol Cruz Cain, director with GAO's Information Technology and Cybersecurity team, wrote in an email to The Center Square. "Adversaries could copy data protected by cryptography today and store it with the intention of accessing it later once a cryptographically relevant quantum computer is developed." The director is also the lead author of The Future of Cybersecurity. "The key to successful migrations is to start planning now and not wait until a CRQC is on the horizon," Cain wrote. "A fully comprehensive strategy will provide agencies with more clarity on their responsibilities and the common outcomes they are aiming to achieve. It will also provide the nation a better-defined roadmap for allocating and managing resources and holding participants accountable for achieving results." A cryptographically relevant quantum computer is a quantum computer that can run algorithms to crack or weaken existing cryptography. Quantum computing is a rapidly advancing technology that has the potential to solve complex problems at an unprecedented speed, which also poses significant risks in today's cybersecurity. The report says various documents have been developed over the past eight years that have contributed to an emerging U.S. national quantum computing cybersecurity strategy. The Government Accountability Office has identified three goals moving forward. The first goal is to standardize post-quantum cryptography, the second would be to migrate federal systems to that cryptography, and the third would encourage all sectors of the economy to prepare for the threat. The report identifies gaps in federal agency preparedness and a lack of clear leadership to oversee the transition to quantum-safe systems, as "No single federal organization is responsible for the U.S. strategy’s coordination." While agencies like the National Institute of Standards and Technology have taken necessary steps to develop quantum-resistant cryptographic standards, the report found inconsistencies in how federal agencies implement recommendations. The Government Accountability Office says national strategies should ideally contain six characteristics: • Purpose, scope, and methodology. • Problem definition and risk assessment. • Objectives, activities, milestones, and performance measures. • Resources, investments, and risk management. • Organizational roles, responsibilities, and coordination. • Implementation and integration. According to the report, the accountability office was asked to investigate the federal government's strategy for addressing threats posed by quantum computers to the nation's cryptography. The current encryption methods are designed to secure sensitive data, but unfortunately, could potentially become vulnerable to future efforts of quantum-enabled decryption in the future. The report also stresses that the federal government will need to act swiftly to implement quantum-resistant cryptography in order to ensure that those critical systems would remain secure. According to the report, "some experts predict that a quantum computer capable of breaking certain cryptography – referred to as a cryptographically relevant quantum computer – may be developed in the next 10 to 20 years." The agency also identified challenges in workforce development and noted a shortage of professionals with expertise in quantum computing and cybersecurity, suggesting federal agencies invest in training programs and collaborate with private sector leaders to ensure a skilled future workforce that is ready to tackle any quantum-related threats. The report serves as a roadmap for quantum threat mitigation and outlines ways the federal government could appoint a centralized leadership body to oversee the implementation of quantum-safe measures. The report also calls for increased funding for quantum research and development and stronger public-private partnerships to address other vulnerabilities while also emphasizing that proactive leadership is critical to ensuring the United States remains at the forefront of cybersecurity in the quantum era.Lots of brands are rolling out new and returning plant-based favorites ahead of Christmas 2024, which is now just over four weeks away. Here is the best vegan Christmas chocolate you need to know about for this year’s holiday season . Read more: Galaxy Launches Dairy-Free Chocolate Selection Box For many households, chocolate is a key and beloved part of the festive season. But the vast majority of chocolates traditionally associated with Christmas aren’t suitable for those on plant-based diets. The likes of Celebrations, Roses, Quality Street, and Toblerone all contain dairy, and they have yet to introduce vegan versions of their products. There are a number of brands, however, that do offer dairy-free Christmas chocolates. As well as all-vegan companies like Catherine’s Originals and Nomo , mainstream chocolate brands like Lindt also offer vegan Christmas chocolates for 2024. Here are our picks of the best. Lindt Lindor Truffles Lindt launched two vegan versions of its Lindor Truffles , “Oatmilk” and “Dark Oatmilk,” just in time for Christmas last year. The iconic truffles are available once again, though they are still only being sold in the US. Amazon also stocks an “Assorted Oatmilk” non-dairy selection featuring both vegan Lindor truffles in one box. (For UK and EU customers, Lindt does offer some vegan selection bundles on its website, which are available outside of the US.) Find out more here . Catherine’s Originals Celebrations-style vegan selection tin Catherine’s Originals launched its vegan chocolate selection tin back in July, thought to be the first of its kind in the UK. It includes 81 chocolates in nine flavors, including vegan options inspired by non-vegan selection boxes. These include coffee truffles, “honeycomb,” cookies and cream, orange and almond, pralines, coconut, and caramels. Founder Catherine Dodd started the company in 2021 when she was just 18. Dodd has said that she was inspired to create vegan holiday chocolates after missing out on the selection tins that are such a popular choice at Christmas, particularly in the UK and Ireland. Find out more here . Moo Free’s vegan milk and white chocolate ‘Crimbo Pud’ Moo Free has a selection of plant-based Christmas chocolates, including this “Chrimbo Choccy Pud” which features a milk chocolate base “iced” with white chocolate. They are dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free, vegan, and made with Rainforest Alliance chocolate. Find out more here . Read more: ‘World’s First’ Oat Milk Cream Liqueur Cocktail Arrives In Supermarkets Nomo’s Christmas Reindeers Nomo has been making vegan chocolates for nearly 20 years, and its range is available at major UK supermarkets including Sainsbury’s, Asda, Tesco, and Ocado. This year, the company has introduced a mint chocolate version of its popular reindeer-shaped bar. Cookie dough flavor reindeer bars and a large, foil-covered reindeer bar are back once again. (Nomo also has a whole Christmas collection on its website, including an advent calendar, sharing boxes, mini bars, and bundles.) Find out more here . Chococo’s Festive Selection Box Another selection box, this new festive-themed option from Chococo includes a selection of 25 handcrafted chocolates. It features both dairy-free milk chocolate and dark chocolate, and flavors include Hazelnut Latte, Roasted Almond Cluster, and Glorious Ginger. Find out more here . Catherine’s Originals Toblerone-style ‘Obar’ Catherine’s Originals has also introduced the Toblerone-style “Obar,” a triangle-shaped chocolate bar featuring plant-based honey, almond pieces, dairy-free milk chocolate, and a “secret ingredient.” It’s currently available to preorder and will ship in early December. Find out more here . Read more: Vegan Brand Launches Bounty-Style Coconut Chocolate Bar
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Ryan Stubblefield threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more to lead South Carolina State to a 53-21 win over Norfolk State on Saturday. The Bulldogs (9-2, 5-0 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference), who have their most wins since getting nine in 2013, wrapped up the conference title and a Celebration Bowl berth a week earlier. They play the Southwestern Athletic Conference champion in Atlanta on Dec. 14. The Spartans (4-8, 2-3) led 14-10 after one quarter but the Bulldogs scored the next 29 points. Stubblefield scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 3-yard keeper late in the second quarter, capping a seven-play, 76-yard drive. Then he found Einaj Carter for 10-yard touchdown in the third as the Spartans pulled away. KZ Adams, who had 128 yards on 18 carries, then ran for a pair of touchdowns, making it 39-14 in the opening minute of the fourth quarter. Jalen Daniels threw a touchdown pass and ran for a score for the Spartans. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter: https://apnews.com/cfbtop25CGI expands operations in multiple U.S. metro markets with DaughertyA look at how some of Trump's picks to lead health agencies could help carry out Kennedy's overhaulThe Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens are both in the bottom portion of the Eastern Conference standings but appear to be headed in opposite directions ahead of a matchup in Montreal on Thursday. The Penguins have lost two of their past three games while the Canadiens have won three of their last four. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. The rise in young business ownership across the U.S. signals a shifting entrepreneurial landscape, with younger Americans increasingly taking the leap into self-employment. Analyzing the newest data available from the U.S. Census Bureau, researchers identified the U.S. metros and states with... Click for more. Cities With the Most Business Owners Under 40
Novak Djokovic says his rivalry with Andy Murray has “one final chapter” after his long-time adversary joined him as his coach for the upcoming Australian Open. Murray – Britain’s greatest ever player – retired after this summer’s Olympics at the age of 37 after finally admitting defeat in his battle against his body. Many in the game expected the Scot would one day return to tennis and become a coach, particularly due to his love of the sport, hard work and his tactical acumen. He never liked retirement anyway. 🙌 pic.twitter.com/Ga4UlV2kQW — Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) November 23, 2024 But it came with some degree of shock on Saturday afternoon when a social media post from Djokovic, playing on Murray’s light-hearted tweet upon his departure, read: “He never liked retirement anyway”. The attached video announced Murray, who he lost to in two Slam finals but beat in four Australian showpieces, would coach him over the winter and through January’s Open in Melbourne. “We played each other since we were boys, 25 years of pushing each other to our limits. We had some of the most epic battles in in our sport. They called us gamechangers, risk-takers, history-makers,” Djokovic said. “I thought our story may be over. Turns out it has one final chapter. It’s time for one of my toughest opponents to step into my corner. Welcome aboard, coach Andy Murray.” Murray, who beat Djokovic to win the US Open in 2012 and Wimbledon in 2013, says he wants to help the 24-time grand slam champion achieve his goals. “I’m going to be joining Novak’s team in the off-season, helping him to prepare for the Australian Open, he said. “I’m really excited for it and looking forward to spending time on the same side of the net as Novak for a change, helping him to achieve his goals.” Djokovic, a week younger than his new coach, added: “I am excited to have one of my greatest rivals on the same side of the net, as my coach. “Looking forward to the start of the season and competing in Australia alongside Andy with whom I have shared many exceptional moments on the Australian soil.” Djokovic beat Murray in the 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2016 Australian Open finals as well as the French Open final in 2016. It was after he unseated Djokovic at the top of the rankings in 2016 that Murray suffered the hip injury which ultimately derailed his career. Since his retirement, Murray has been playing golf with the same dedication he pursued his tennis but will now return to his natural habitat. Djokovic, who split with coach Goran Ivanisevic earlier this year, hopes that adding Murray to his team will help him get back to the top of the game after he went through a calendar year without winning a grand slam for the first time since 2017. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have developed a stranglehold at the top of the men’s game and Djokovic, who has seen Murray, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal all retire in recent years, is still hoping to move clear of the record 24 grand slams he shares with Margaret Court.