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Algorand Foundation unveils post-quantum migration roadmap, targets end-2027
Algorand plans to introduce quantum-resistant cryptography across its blockchain by the end of 2027. The Algorand Foundation unveiled a migration roadmap covering user accounts, wallets, institutional custody systems and core network infrastructure. It plans Falcon-based post-quantum accounts and hybrid accounts combining existing cryptography with quantum-resistant signatures, alongside changes to multisignature wallets and validator-related randomness. Chief Technology Officer Bruno Martins said the first milestone begins in 2026, with broad deployment targeted by end-2027.
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Coinbase urges crypto industry to prepare for quantum computing threat in first position paper
Coinbase has issued its first official position paper urging the cryptocurrency industry to take early action against threats posed by quantum computing. Its independent advisory board warned that while digital assets are safe today, quantum computers capable of breaking blockchain cryptography will eventually emerge. The board identified wallet-level signatures as the biggest weak point, citing migration costs and coordination challenges, and flagged risks from lost keys and inactive wallets that may not upgrade.
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Algorand jumps 16 percent after Google highlights post-quantum cryptography chain
Algorand (ALGO) surged after a Google Quantum AI division white paper was released, CoinPost reported on April 4. Algorand rose about 16 percent over 24 hours on CoinGecko, taking its weekly gain above 44 percent. Google cited Algorand as a blockchain that has actually deployed post-quantum cryptography, applying the Falcon signature scheme to smart transactions and state proofs, and running PQC-protected transactions in 2025.
