The NDSS Symposium, a cornerstone event for network and distributed system security research, has wrapped up in San Diego! This year, TikTok was proud to be a Gold Sponsor, highlighting our commitment to privacy and security innovation.

What is the NDSS Symposium?

The Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS) Symposium is a premier academic conference that brings together researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders to advance knowledge of cybersecurity. Organized by the Internet Society, NDSS focuses on innovative and practical research that enhances the security of networks and distributed systems. The conference provides a platform for discussing emerging security threats, presenting cutting-edge research, and fostering collaboration between academia and industry.

TikTok at the NDSS Symposium 2025

This year, TikTok was a Gold sponsor at the NDSS Symposium, reinforcing our commitment to cybersecurity research and collaboration. TikTok recognizes the importance of supporting academic and applied security research, particularly in areas related to privacy, data protection, and distributed systems. Sponsoring the NDSS Symposium reflects our investment in engaging with the broader security community, contributing to meaningful discussions, and fostering innovation in security and privacy technologies.

Why it matters

The NDSS Symposium provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to connect with the research scientists behind TikTok's Privacy Innovation team. Through these conversations, researchers, students, and industry professionals gained insights into TikTok's contributions to privacy and security research, including advancements in Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs). These discussions underscored TikTok's role in leading innovation in areas such as secure computation, differential privacy, and cryptographic techniques for protecting user data.

Key takeaways from the NDSS Symposium 2025

The NDSS Symposium has long been recognized as a hub for security research, and this year was no exception. The symposium featured a wide range of presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities, bringing together experts from around the world. Attendees explored emerging threats, novel defense mechanisms, and industry applications of security research. It was an excellent forum for engaging with cutting-edge work and fostering collaboration between researchers and industry professionals.

Looking ahead

Supporting academic conferences like the NDSS Symposium is part of TikTok's broader commitment to advancing privacy and security research. By collaborating with the academic community, we aim to drive innovation, contribute to open discussions on security challenges, and help shape the future of digital safety.