In February, Go released version 1.24, introducing significant enhancements to its cryptographic libraries, particularly in achieving FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) compliance. This update positions Go as a superior choice for developers building applications for U.S. federal government use. By eliminating dependency on third-party libraries and integrating FIPS compliance directly into its core, Go 1.24 simplifies and streamlines development for government-regulated industries.
In this article, we’ll explore what FIPS is, why it matters, and how Go 1.24 changes the game for FIPS compliance.