Explore non-traditional encryption challenges and innovative solutions in this conference talk from Global AppSec Dublin. Delve into traditional encryption design concepts before examining standard algorithms and the intricacies of FF1 and FF3-1. Investigate deterministic encryption problems and learn about searchable symmetric encryption techniques. Discover the potential of homomorphic encryption through practical examples and scenarios. Conclude by evaluating the drawbacks of queryable encryption, gaining valuable insights into advanced cryptographic methods for application security.