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Crypto’s first quantum attack will look like an unexplained breach: Quantus founder

Cointelegraph·August 10, 2026·1 min read
Crypto’s first quantum attack will look like an unexplained breach: Quantus founder

Crypto executives warn that the first quantum attack on Bitcoin may appear as an unexplained breach rather than a dramatic hack of Satoshi Nakamoto's wallets. Bad actors with quantum computers could exploit vulnerabilities quietly, according to a Quantus founder. The industry should prepare for subtle threats as quantum technology advances, potentially undermining cryptographic security.

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