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Quantum-proof blockchain: why math, not machines, holds the key

CoinDeskSunday, September 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Quantum-proof blockchain: why math, not machines, holds the key
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lockchains don’t need quantum computers to be quantum-safe, argues Optimum co-founder and MIT professor Muriel Médard. Classic math already gives us the tools.

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Why it matters
Crypto moves are a live stress test of liquidity, regulation, and narrative risk. lockchains don’t need quantum computers to be quantum-safe, argues Optimum co-founder and MIT professor Muriel Médard. Classic math already gives us the tools. Watch liquidity and volatility around Quantum and Crypto — crypto markets reprice narrative risk quickly.
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lockchains don’t need quantum computers to be quantum-safe, argues Optimum co-founder and MIT professor Muriel Médard. Classic math already gives us the tools.

Why it matters

Crypto moves are a live stress test of liquidity, regulation, and narrative risk.

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  1. CoinDesk published: Quantum-proof blockchain: why math, not machines, holds the key

  2. Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.

Economic impact

Watch liquidity and volatility around Quantum and Crypto — crypto markets reprice narrative risk quickly.

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