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

  • Efosa Udinmwen--TechRadar
  • published date: 2026-04-06 22:25:00 UTC

Google research indicates quantum computers may break cryptocurrency encryption sooner, prompting urgency for post quantum cryptography adoption and coordinated disclosure strategies

<ul><li>Quantum resource estimates suggest encryption barriers may fall faster than expected</li><li>Reduced qubit requirements bring theoretical attacks closer to practical reality</li><li>Bitcoin’s… [+3700 chars]