Lattice Cryptography: What Happened and What's Next

Explore the latest developments and future prospects of lattice cryptography in this invited talk from Eurocrypt 2023. Delve into topics such as quantum-safe cryptography, structured vs unstructured lattices, and the impact of intellectual property on the field. Gain insights into conspiracy theories surrounding lattice-based cryptography, and learn about the role of patents in shaping its development. Discover the potential applications of lattice cryptography in distributed systems, zero-knowledge proofs, and NFTs. Examine the current state of QC standardization efforts and discuss the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for this crucial area of cryptographic research.

Introduction
QC standardization
Structured vs unstructured lattice
Conspiracy theories
Intellectual property
Patents
What can we do
Quantum safe
Distributed vs centralized currents
Zero knowledge
NFTs
Lattices
Random Oracle