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Google's Willow Chip Sparks Debate on Quantum Threat to Bitcoin

by aria-crypto.com

December 10, 2024 at 12:55


Google's Willow Chip Sparks Debate on Quantum Threat to Bitcoin



Google's recent unveiling of the Willow quantum computing chip has reignited discussions about the security implications for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Willow's capability to perform complex calculations in minutes—a task that would take classical supercomputers billions of years—raises questions about the future of cryptographic security. Despite concerns, experts like Kevin Rose, a former Google product manager, emphasize that Willow, with its 105 qubits, is not close to breaking Bitcoin's cryptographic defenses, which would require about 13 million qubits. Moreover, the crypto community is already developing quantum-resistant protocols, anticipating advancements in quantum computing. While the introduction of Willow marks a significant technological milestone, it does not currently pose a direct threat to Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies' encryption methods.


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