In computer security, random numbers are crucial values that must be unpredictable—such as secret keys or initialization vectors (IVs)—forming the foundation of security systems. To achieve this, ...

The basic random number generator in Excel is a function called RAND that generates a random real number between zero and one. To use it, simply include it in a formula or even call it on its own ...

Researchers from UNIGE have developed a new random numbers generator based on the principles of quantum physics. This physical theory shows that certain physical events occur perfectly at random ...

Scientists from China present the fastest real-time quantum random number generators to date to make the devices quicker and more portable. The device combines a state-of-the-art photonic ...

Some popular random-number generators fail even in simulating a coin toss.

A new laser’s chaotic light beam lets the device generate multiple number sequences at once, similar to throwing multiple dice at a time.

The self-testing quantum random number generator will allow the security of passwords and cryptographic protocols to be increased yet another notch.