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Vitalik Buterin Warns AI Could Weaken Crypto Security in 2 Years, Shares Advice

CoinGape·October 8, 2026·1 min read
Vitalik Buterin Warns AI Could Weaken Crypto Security in 2 Years, Shares Advice

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin warned Thursday that AI-accelerated maths could weaken lattice-based cryptography, including schemes considered quantum-resistant, within two years. He urges the crypto industry to take AI-accelerated math risks seriously and minimize exposure to both quantum-vulnerable and potentially AI-vulnerable cryptography. The warning highlights emerging threats to blockchain security.

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