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adams-bridge
About this tag
The tag adams-bridge refers to a component of Microsoft's Azure security architecture, specifically an open silicon root of trust (Caliptra 2.0) that includes an integrated post-quantum cryptography accelerator. Based on recent discussions, Adams Bridge is part of Microsoft's Secure Future Initiative, which aims to harden Azure from silicon to systems. It works alongside the Azure Integrated HSM, Azure Boost DPU, and other hardware security measures to provide per-server cryptographic isolation and supply-chain transparency. The tag also appears in the context of Microsoft's quantum-safe roadmap, where Adams Bridge supports post-quantum cryptography readiness across Azure infrastructure.
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