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Want to connect with our team and explore how we can strengthen your project's security? Meet us at these upcoming events:
📅 High-Assurance Crypto Software (HACS) — March 6–8
📅 @fheorg.bsky.social — March 8
📅 @rwc.iacr.org — March 9–11
In 2014, we published our first public security audit. Since then, we’ve published nearly 200.
Each one reflects our ongoing commitment to strengthening security, advancing privacy, and supporting transparency in open systems.
Our first audit: leastauthority.com/blog/least-a...
FHE.org would like to thank @leastauthority.bsky.social for their continued sponsorship this year (and last!) of the FHE.org 2026 conference.
#FHE #HomomorphicEncryption #FHE2026 #LeastAuthority
Don’t miss the early registration deadline for Real World Crypto 2026 on February 6. rwc.iacr.org/2026/registr...
Privacy protections around user data aren’t static. They have to endure incidents, scale, enforcement pressure, and incentive shifts. leastauthority.com/blog/what-ma...
This #DataPrivacyDay we recognize the global community working to build safer, more private digital systems. From privacy engineers to open-source maintainers, your work empowers users and protects rights.
At Funding the Commons (Berlin 2025), our CEO Liz Steininger makes the case that privacy is a missing native feature of Web3 and a prerequisite for true autonomy in decentralized systems. youtu.be/vjEifN52gLg?...
The MiCA “grandfathering” period ends July 1, 2026, and some EU states have earlier deadlines. Cross-border CASPs must meet the earliest one. Now is the time to get your compliance strategy on track. leastauthority.com/blog/strengt...
We believe that people have a fundamental right to privacy and that the use of secure solutions enables people to more freely use the Internet and other connected technologies.
Privacy by design is not just a principle, it’s a responsibility.
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We recently discovered an unauthorized, modified version of one of our audit reports shared online via a deceptive URL. While we quickly resolved the issue, it served as a reminder of the importance of authenticity and provenance in security reporting. leastauthority.com/blog/lessons...
Our team recently completed a security audit of Zebra's NU6.1 Network Upgrade for @zfnd.org. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
Anonymized data is often treated as exempt from privacy obligations. However, the rise of anonymity washing, where organizations exaggerate anonymization to avoid regulation, is becoming a serious concern. leastauthority.com/blog/anonymo...
Least Authority is now listed as a trusted provider for the Avalanche Security Marketplace on Areta, where we bring our expertise to support developers and builders. areta.market/avalanche
See our Avalanche audit experience here: leastauthority.com?s=Avalanche
Our team recently completed a second security audit of Operator AVS and smart contracts for Aligned Layer. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
Since @zooko2.bsky.social founded Least Authority in 2011, our mission has stayed true: advancing digital autonomy through privacy & cryptography. With 300+ completed audits, we continue to build on that vision for secure, freedom-compatible systems. hackernoon.com/cypherpunks-...
We’re celebrating a milestone: the MoonMath Manual has been downloaded 15,000 times! It’s a free resource for anyone curious about zk-SNARKs. Have you read it yet? We’d love to hear what you think: leastauthority.com/community-ma...
Privacy matters. So does compliance. But can we have both? Yes - we can.
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Our team recently completed three security audits of Permuto for @chia.net. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
The MoonMath Manual breaks down the math behind Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Arguments of Knowledge in an approachable, structured way. Whether you're new to ZK or want to deepen your understanding, this free resource is a great place to start. leastauthority.com/community-ma...
With 300 completed security audits on the horizon, we're celebrating the journey - 11 years of security consulting shaped by technically challenging reviews, high-impact ecosystems, and projects with global reach. leastauthority.com/blog/turning...
Our team recently completed a #securityaudit of a core module from walletv.io. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
We help Web3, blockchain, and FinTech teams build with security-by-design by identifying risks early and strengthening your systems for long-term resilience. Let’s talk about how we can support your next phase: leastauthority.com/security-con...
Our CEO Liz Steininger, & Security Researcher Anna Kaplan, joined the SNARK Chocolate podcast team from @ingonyama.com to talk about our roots, how to become a security auditor, privacy-first audits, applied cryptography trends, and the limits of AI in security work. youtu.be/Rw-jRay0nGk?...
Strategic planning is essential for development teams preparing to meet new regulatory requirements. It helps ensure a smooth transition and reduces the risk of business disruption. We’re ready to support your team. Learn more: leastauthority.com/security-con...
Our team recently completed a #securityaudit of Joey Wallet key management. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audits/...
Catch the replay of "From Freedom to Autonomy: How Internet Freedom Principles Can Shape Web3 Privacy."
Liz explores privacy-by-default design, high-risk user needs, and how Internet Freedom values align with Web3. youtu.be/t68fai69wUA?...
Building in security-by-design is key to long-term success. We support #web3 #blockchain, and #FinTech teams with #securityconsulting services that address vulnerabilities early and keep your project secure beyond launch. Schedule a call with us today: leastauthority.com/security-con...
In our latest post, we explore how the legal concept of privacy differs across global jurisdictions. Understanding these variations is essential for building systems that respect user rights. #DataPrivacy #PrivacyLaw #GlobalCompliance #DigitalRights
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German fintechs: looking to scale in Asia? Join Liz and other experts for a webinar on why Singapore & Hong Kong are the next big launchpads for fintech growth. Insights, strategy, & live Q&A on how to enter and thrive in these competitive markets. hubspot.germanaccelerator.com/en/webinar-s...
Drawing from personal experience working with Internet Freedom projects—many of which predate blockchains or have developed in parallel—Liz will explore how lessons from this movement can inform and strengthen Web3's approach to privacy and user empowerment.
