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'We want to raise awareness on this issue': Google warns quantum computers could break Bitcoin encryption much sooner than expected

Quantum Computer.

  • Quantum resource estimates suggest encryption barriers may fall faster than expected
  • Reduced qubit requirements bring theoretical attacks closer to practical reality
  • Bitcoin’s cryptographic foundations face pressure from advancing quantum algorithm efficiency
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