Snapshot: Google's new Willow quantum processor brings real-world quantum computing closer, reviving fears that Bitcoin's ...

In order to increase the dependability of quantum calculations, study explores the use of Shor’s algorithm in a noisy quantum ...

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Transitioning to quantum-safe cryptography is not necessarily a top priority for every system of every organization, said the ...

One of the most well-established and disruptive uses for a future quantum computer is the ability to crack encryption. A new algorithm could significantly lower the barrier to achieving this. Despite ...

Breakthroughs from Google, Caltech, and IBM have reignited debate over “Q-Day,” when quantum computers could break Bitcoin’s cryptography.

Lucas Ropek covers cybersecurity and privacy for Gizmodo. You can follow his coverage here, and email story ideas and tips to [email protected]. Concern about the powers of quantum computers (which ...

There is no doubt that quantum computers will play a significant role in helping the world solve complex challenges not possible on current classical computers. However, quantum computers also pose a ...

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is accepting feedback on the Federal Information Processing Standards 203, 204 and 205 draft standards until November 22, according to its ...

Once quantum computers mature, they could crack Bitcoin’s ECDSA signatures, threatening over $1 trillion in value. Both require disruptive solutions, hard forks or complex hybrid signatures, to become ...