RSA Releases Algorithm

Two weeks ahead of the date, RSA has released its cryptograpy algorithm to the public for consumption. In two weeks time the patent held by MIT for the product, which was licensed to RSA 17 years ago, will expire. The company decided to release the code early due to customer confusion and attention drawn to the event, which is considered to be a huge deal by securities execs around the globe. Several companies are basing new product launches and advertising campaigns around the expiration. The company is glad to have the milestone out of the way and will continue to focus on technology in coming years.