cryptography

Quantum RSA Break A Measured Look at Crypto's Real, Present Dangers

Quantum RSA Break A Measured Look at Crypto's Real, Present Dangers

Okay, so you've probably seen the headlines: "Quantum Computer Cracks RSA Encryption!" Cue the collective crypto panic. Let's pump the brakes a bit. The announcement from Shanghai University that they have factored a 22-bit RSA key using a quantum annealing system is definitely exciting news. That’s about as applicable to...

Quantum Computing Advance Raises Questions, Not Alarms, for Crypto Wallets

Quantum Computing Advance Raises Questions, Not Alarms, for Crypto Wallets

Chinese researchers have achieved an unprecedented quantum computing breakthrough. Specifically, they managed to factor a 22-bit RSA encryption key using a quantum annealing system. While this news has sparked discussions about the potential impact on cryptocurrency security, experts emphasize that current cryptographic systems used in self-custody wallets, like Best Wallet,...

Quranium Blockchain Launches to Defend Against Quantum Computing Threats

Quranium Blockchain Launches to Defend Against Quantum Computing Threats

WeQare develops an inclusive Layer 1 blockchain protocol, Quranium. Among other things, it addresses the big, growing, and dangerous threat that quantum computers present to today’s public key cryptography systems. In early 2024, Kapil Dhiman, Zeeshan, and Yaduvendra officially co-founded the company Quranium. Their mission is to future-proof the digital...