[co-author: Sofia D'Amico] On 17 March 2026, the Italian Competition Authority (“ICA”) announced the opening of sector inquiry, accompanied by a parallel public consultation (the “QC inquiry”), to examine the competitive dynamics of quantum computing (“QC”) and related markets. Interested stakeholders may submit observations by 30 April 2026. While the QC inquiry was launched by the ICA on its own initiative, it is not an isolated national exercise. Rather, it seems to reflect a broader policy direction set at EU level, where QC is recognised as a strategic technology for Europe's competitive-ness, economic security and technological sovereignty. Within that framework, the QC inquiry provides an example of how competition policy is increasingly deployed pre-emptively, to ensure that antitrust risks do not become structural barriers to the development of emerging deep tech markets. Key takeaways: - Addressing antitrust risks in the QC sector is a competition policy priority. The ICA’s market investigation and public consultation reflect a broader EU policy focus on antitrust risks as potential barriers to the development of strategic deep‑tech markets. - Pre‑emptive antitrust approach. Consistent with the EU Quantum Europe Strategy and Competitiveness Compass, the ICA is intervening early to preserve openness, contestability and innovation, and avoid the crystallization of anticompetitive dynamics in the QC sector. - Antitrust scrutiny will shape the QC ecosystem. Cloud gatekeeping, lock‑in risks, patent pre‑emption and early acquisitions are the primary focus of the ICA’s antitrust scrutiny. - Antitrust compliance should form an integral part of quantum planning, including IP management, partnerships, cloud arrangements and M&A. QC, EU industrial policy and the role of competition law Over the past year, policy-makers at the EU and Member States’ levels have significantly intensified their focus on QC. The Quantum Europe Strategy of 2 July 2025 establishes the overarching framework for quantum related initiatives, with
Apr 6, 2026 · via jdsupra.com
IonQ (IONQ 0.20%) is one of the leading quantum computing investment opportunities today. It generates the most revenue of any of this industry niche's pure plays and seems to hold a technological advantage as well, making it a smart stock pick in this cutting-edge sector. However, it's doing quantum computing differently from everyone else. It's utilizing a technique known as trapped ion, and it just might be its secret weapon in the quantum computing arms race. The trapped ion approach yields far better results than other methods The biggest issue facing quantum computing right now is accuracy. If quantum computers were perfectly accurate, we'd already be using the technology all over the place. There's also no generally accepted way to conduct quantum computing. The basics involve using a particle's quantum mechanics to perform computing operations, but how each competitor controls the particle varies widely. IonQ utilizes trapped ion technology, which is unique from other methods. One common notion that all quantum computing companies have discovered is that letting qubits interact with each other increases accuracy. More common methods, like superconducting, only allow the qubit to interact with its neighbors. However, the trapped ion architecture allows every qubit in the system to interact with each other, leading to supreme accuracy. NYSE: IONQ Key Data Points This has led to IonQ setting a world record in quantum computing accuracy, achieving a 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity score in October of last year. While this occurred in an R&D setting, IonQ's target is to reach this threshold in its 256-qubit system this year. If IonQ can achieve this, then it will be one step closer to providing a commercially viable system quicker than most investors believe it will happen. It'll also put it way in front of the competition, as IonQ would have one
Apr 6, 2026 · via fool.com
Researchers from Quanscient, a leader in cloud-based multiphysics simulation technology and quantum algorithms, and Haiqu, a leading developer of quantum middleware, today announced a new algorithm that can significantly advance the use of quantum computing in real-world engineering applications. The teams conducted a 15-step nonlinear fluid benchmark with an obstacle, making this the most physically complex, publicly documented variant of a Quantum Lattice Boltzmann Method (QLBM) hardware demonstration to date. Developed and tested on IBMs largest-available quantum computer, the IBM Heron R3, the algorithm reduces the number of qubits required to run complex simulations in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) on quantum computers, demonstrating a viable path toward future industrial-scale solutions. CFD is widely used to model how air, water, and other fluids behave around objects, such as airflow over an aircraft wing. It plays a critical role in product development and testing across industries, including aerospace, automotive, and energy. However, these simulations are extremely demanding for even today’s most powerful supercomputers, often taking days or even weeks to complete, if possible at all. The new algorithm addresses one of the key challenges in applying quantum computing to CFD: high resource requirements. By significantly reducing the number of qubits and computational operations needed, this approach makes it more practical to run complex simulations on quantum computers. It demonstrates a more efficient path toward using quantum systems for real-world applications, and ultimately could help companies design better products and optimize complex systems more quickly. “This is an interesting and timely contribution to quantum CFD,” said Oleksandr Kyriienko, Professor and Chair in Quantum Technologies at the University of Sheffield. “It proposes a more flexible quantum LBM framework while keeping the core algorithm efficient, and it strengthens the case with applications ranging from linear acoustics to IBM-QPU-assisted nonlinear flow simulations. We need more works
Apr 6, 2026 · via azoquantum.com
QuiX Quantum, a leading provider of photonic quantum computing hardware, today announced it has demonstrated “below threshold” error mitigation for the first time on a photonic quantum computer, suppressing physical qubit errors to the level compatible with scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computing. The achievement also marks the first time a European company has demonstrated a production-ready method of error reduction, demonstrating the scalability of the QuiX quantum computing platform based on photonics. The project was conducted on the QuiX Bia™ Cloud Quantum Computing Service in collaboration with NASA’s Quantum Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, the University of Twente, and Freie Universität Berlin. Quantum information is fragile, and without error correction, a computation of any user-relevant size will be impossible. For this reason, the ability to control errors in the quantum state is seen as a crucial milestone for any of the competing computing platforms. Increasingly, experts consider the ability to deal with such errors as the crucial differentiator between different technological approaches. For such a protocol to be meaningful, it must meet two conditions: it must remove more errors than it introduces, and it must not impede the operation of the rest of the computer. QuiX is the first party in photonics to demonstrate a protocol that meets both requirements simultaneously. The findings are described in a paper available at https://arxiv.org/abs/2601.05947 which is currently undergoing peer review. “Below-threshold, physical error mitigation has never been implemented in a photonic quantum computer. This achievement marks a significant milestone and places QuiX Quantum at the forefront of progress toward fault-tolerant photonic quantum computing,” said Stefan Hengesbach, CEO of QuiX Quantum. “We believe the most resource-efficient strategy is to reduce errors early rather than correct them at great expense – and by demonstrating net positive error mitigation on real hardware, we’ve taken a foundational step that showcases
Apr 6, 2026 · via azoquantum.com
"Bitcoin must achieve quantum resistance within 5–10 years…long-term surge possible afterward" Summary - On-chain analyst Willy Woo said that if Bitcoin resolves the post-quantum issue within the next 5–10 years, competing assets could disappear. - Woo said he assesses that gold’s scarcity could be weakened by technological advances, potentially causing it to lose competitiveness within 15–20 years. - He said he presented the possibility of a mega rally in which Bitcoin trades sideways in the tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars for 8–12 years, then surges to the millions of dollars around the 12–16 year mark. Forecast Trend Report by Period A forecast suggests that if Bitcoin (BTC) overcomes quantum-computing risks within the next 5–10 years, it could enter a major long-term upcycle. On-chain analyst Willy Woo said on X on the 5th (local time) that "Bitcoin must resolve the post-quantum issue within the next 5–10 years, and if it clears that hurdle, competing assets could effectively disappear." He also assessed that gold could lose competitiveness within the next 15–20 years as technological advances undermine its scarcity. As for Bitcoin’s price trajectory, he laid out a scenario of a sharp rally after a prolonged range. Woo projected that "Bitcoin could trade sideways in the tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars for the next 8–12 years, but around the 12–16 year mark, a 'mega rally' could emerge, spiking into the millions of dollars." This outlook is interpreted as analysis focused less on short-term price volatility and more on whether key technical risks are resolved and on long-term structural shifts. Suehyeon Lee shlee@bloomingbit.ioI'm reporter Suehyeon Lee, your Web3 Moderator.
Apr 6, 2026 · via en.bloomingbit.io
Crypto Preps for Looming Q-Day Predicted by Google Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said last week in response to Google’s paper that “we all need to solve it sooner rather than later.” Sign up for smart news, insights, and analysis on the biggest financial stories of the day. On the upside, advanced quantum computers could crack that 12-word seed phrase from 2013 that was scribbled on a piece of paper your mom threw out. But that level of encrypting ability can also unravel cryptocurrency’s core security … womp womp. Q-Day is the Y2K-esque time when quantum computers become advanced enough to decode all cryptography. Google recently warned it could be coming for cryptocurrency before the decade’s out. In a new paper, researchers wrote that quantum computers would need fewer than 500,000 physical qubits to break through bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies — 20 times fewer than previous estimates. Google researchers noted that 6.9 million public bitcoin keys are already exposed, leaving them wide open for quantum computers to crack at their leisure. There’s also a ~10-minute window when public keys are exposed during transactions, and the researchers said advanced quantum computers will be able to wheedle out a private key from a public one in nine to 12 minutes. Quantum Safety 101 Google is pushing companies to transition to post-quantum cryptography, which uses algorithms that quantum computers can’t easily crack. In PQC, a quantum computer may have to try to solve for, for instance, a vector in a thousand-dimensional lattice. Developers are debating how to push crypto toward quantum-proof practices: - The Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP)-360 aims to provide a way for bitcoin owners with older wallets to opt in to move their holdings to safer addresses. Another idea, the Hourglass proposal, would restrict how quickly older coins can be spent to
Apr 6, 2026 · via thedailyupside.com
In a competitive hardware landscape, HP is carving out a distinct niche by shifting its focus from pure performance metrics to foundational security. The company’s strategy involves embedding protection directly into its chips, aiming to appeal to corporate clients concerned about future quantum computing threats and physical tampering. This technological realignment is designed to influence the procurement decisions of large enterprises significantly. A Hardware-Centric Security Model The enterprise hardware sector is undergoing a substantial shift. Security is evolving from a software-based add-on to an intrinsic, hardware-embedded feature. HP is integrating encryption technologies into its product lineup that are intended to withstand attacks from future quantum computers. Within its enterprise printing solutions, this quantum-resistant cryptography is being positioned as a key differentiator. Beyond quantum readiness, the firm is implementing encrypted connections between internal components, such as the processor and the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). This approach is meant to prevent data interception through physical manipulation of the device itself. As hybrid work models persist, this form of protection—active from system startup—is gaining importance for securing sensitive data in decentralized environments. Market Adoption and Product Roadmap Investors are now closely monitoring the pace at which the market adopts these specialized security features. A significant upcoming milestone is the planned launch of new ARM-based devices for business customers later this year. This hardware expansion follows the introduction of the first security-centric models in late March and is expected to broaden the technological scope of HP’s portfolio. Key dates for stakeholders: * April 16, 2026: Annual General Meeting * May 27, 2026: Anticipated release of quarterly financial results The April AGM is likely to provide detailed insights into the long-term strategy concerning the "future of work" and the integration of specialized processors. Subsequently, the late-May earnings announcement will offer investors the first concrete data
Apr 6, 2026 · via aktiencheck.de
Quantum computing is no longer a distant theoretical threat — it is rapidly becoming a real danger to cryptocurrency security. Google recently published a paper revealing that a quantum computer could potentially crack a Bitcoin private key in just 9 minutes, sending shockwaves across the crypto world and beyond. Unlike traditional computers that process data using binary bits — switches that are either on (1) or off (0) — quantum computers operate using qubits. What makes qubits revolutionary is their ability to exist in multiple states simultaneously, a phenomenon known as superposition. This isn't a trick of speed; it's a fundamentally different interaction with the laws of physics. To achieve this, quantum machines use superconducting metal loops cooled to temperatures colder than outer space — approximately 0.015 degrees above absolute zero. At these extreme conditions, electrical current flows in all directions at once, allowing quantum computers to explore vast numbers of possibilities in parallel rather than sequentially. This capability scales exponentially. While two regular bits represent one state at a time, two qubits represent four states simultaneously. Add fifty qubits, and you're processing over a quadrillion states at once. Combined with a phenomenon called entanglement — where linked qubits instantly share information regardless of distance — quantum machines can solve complex problems that would take classical computers longer than the universe has existed. Bitcoin's security relies on mathematical asymmetry: converting a private key to a public key is easy, but reversing the process would take a classical computer millions of years. Quantum computers running Shor's algorithm eliminate that protection entirely, exploring all possible keys simultaneously and identifying the correct one through interference patterns. Google's latest findings suggest this threat is closer than the crypto community anticipated, with approximately 6.9 million Bitcoin already considered vulnerable. The race to develop quantum-resistant blockchain
Apr 6, 2026 · via tokenpost.com
Google has released a paper laying out a theoretical scenario in which a quantum computer could derive a Bitcoin private key in nine minutes. On April 5, CoinDesk reported that the idea could spread beyond Bitcoin to other tokens such as Ethereum, and further into cryptographic systems across private finance. The discussion starts from the point that quantum computers are easily misunderstood as simply “faster computers.” They are not stronger chips or bigger server farms, but “a fundamentally different kind of machine at the atomic level.” While classical computers process information using bits that hold either 0 or 1, quantum computers use qubits. The key is that a qubit can be 0, 1, or both at the same time. A leading implementation method used by Google is a structure that cools a tiny ring of superconducting metal to extremely low temperatures. In an environment close to absolute zero, electric current flows without resistance and maintains a quantum state. In the ring, current can flow clockwise (0) or counterclockwise (1), but at the quantum scale it can also flow in both directions at the same time in a “superposition.” The article stresses that this should not be understood as “switching very quickly between the two,” and that the current exists in both states at once in a measurable, experimentally verifiable way. The problem is that this state is extremely fragile. When it interacts with external factors such as air molecules, heat, vibration and light, superposition collapses through decoherence. That is why Google’s equipment operates inside a “large room-sized” dilution refrigerator and shielding. Even so, qubits often lose their quantum state, making error correction a central task in discussions about scaling. Quantum computers are cited as particularly threatening in cryptography. Bitcoin security relies on an asymmetry: it is fast to compute a
Apr 6, 2026 · via digitaltoday.co.kr
Dormant Bitcoin Dilemma: Critical Debate Ignites After Google’s Quantum Computing Warning Share: BitcoinWorld Dormant Bitcoin Dilemma: Critical Debate Ignites After Google’s Quantum Computing Warning A critical debate over the fate of approximately four million dormant Bitcoin is intensifying across the cryptocurrency community following a significant report from Google on quantum computing advancements. The discussion centers on whether the Bitcoin protocol should proactively protect these idle assets from potential future threats or maintain its foundational principle of absolute immutability, leaving security responsibility with individual holders. This debate strikes at the core of Bitcoin’s philosophical and technical identity. The Quantum Computing Catalyst and the Dormant Bitcoin Problem Google’s recent research paper on quantum error correction marked a notable, though incremental, step toward more stable quantum systems. While a practical quantum computer capable of breaking Bitcoin’s Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) remains years or decades away, the theoretical threat has reignited long-standing concerns. Specifically, analysts point to the vast pool of dormant Bitcoin—coins that have not moved from their addresses for many years—as a potential systemic risk. On-chain data firms estimate this dormant supply at around 4 million BTC, worth hundreds of billions of dollars. A significant portion of these coins resides in early “pay-to-public-key-hash” (P2PKH) addresses, which are considered more vulnerable to a future quantum computing attack than modern, more complex scripts. The central fear is not an immediate breach, but the market catastrophe that could ensue if such an attack became feasible, flooding the market with coins their original owners may have lost access to. Woo’s Warning: A Call for Protocol-Level Protection Prominent on-chain analyst Willy Woo has emerged as a leading voice advocating for preemptive action. Woo argues that the Bitcoin network has a duty to its users. He proposes a two-pronged approach: first, identifying and potentially “freezing” vulnerable
Apr 6, 2026 · via cryptorank.io
IQM Quantum Computers, in collaboration with Fraunhofer FOKUS, has announced a major update to the Eclipse Qrisp framework, achieving the first full gate-level compilation of Shor’s algorithm at a cryptographically relevant scale of 2048-bit keys. While previous resource estimates for breaking RSA-2048 relied on symbolic extrapolation or theoretical models, Qrisp 0.8 produced a concrete gate-by-gate assembly and exact qubit budget. Utilizing a parallelized resource estimation loop, the compiler reached a processing rate of approximately 109 gates per second, turning long-standing theoretical benchmarks into precise engineering targets for future fault-tolerant systems. The 0.8 release marks a shift toward Quantum Linear Algebra through the introduction of the BlockEncoding class. This provides a “NumPy-like” interface for non-unitary operations, allowing developers to perform complex matrix arithmetic—including addition, multiplication, and inversion—using standard Python operators. By embedding non-unitary operators into the upper-left block of a larger unitary matrix, Qrisp automates the underlying circuit construction and ancilla management. This is supported by a Generalized Quantum Signal Processing (GQSP) module, which implements advanced techniques like the Quantum Eigenvalue Transform for Hamiltonian simulations and matrix inversion with O(poly(log(1/ϵ))) complexity. To bridge the gap between high-level research and industrial-grade software engineering, Qrisp now includes a native MLIR (Multi-Level Intermediate Representation) quantum dialect. This connects quantum compilation to the same optimization infrastructure used in high-performance classical computing. Additionally, the framework introduces Stim integration, allowing developers to extract error correction circuits directly from high-level programs. By combining these “utility-scale” tools with a suite of advanced algorithms—including Quantum Lanczos for ground-state energy estimation and QDrift for stochastic Hamiltonian simulation—the Eclipse Qrisp ecosystem positions itself as a full-stack framework for the fault-tolerant era. Key Technical Features in Qrisp 0.8 | Feature | Description | BlockEncoding | NumPy-style interface for non-unitary matrix inversion and spectral transforms. | | Scaleable Shor | Full compilation for 128
Apr 6, 2026 · via quantumcomputingreport.com
Solana, which stands out as one of the fastest networks in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, and its foundation have taken a significant step in preparing for quantum computers, considered one of the biggest threats of the future. The network began testing quantum-resistant signature systems in collaboration with the cryptography firm Project Eleven. However, initial results revealed that this technology comes at a significant performance cost. According to tests, the new quantum-resistant digital signatures are approximately 20 to 40 times larger than those in existing systems. This directly impacts the network’s processing capacity. In the test environment, the Solana network running this new cryptography was reported to be approximately 90% slower. This raises a critical design dilemma for Solana, which is built on high speed and low latency: security or performance? The potential for quantum computers to break current encryption systems has long been considered a theoretical risk. However, recent studies published by Google and academic research teams indicate that this threat may be closer than we thought. These developments have accelerated discussions about post-quantum cryptography, particularly in large networks like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Related News: Michael Saylor: “Bitcoin Has Won; the Four-Year Cycle Is Over” Solana, however, has taken a proactive approach in this area, bringing theoretical discussions to a real-world testing environment. The Project Eleven team, led by Alex Pruden, modeled and tested how the network would behave if its current cryptography were replaced with quantum-resistant systems. The goal was not only to demonstrate that these systems work, but also to identify potential problems that might arise during scaling. The test results point to significant risks not only on the performance side but also in the structural characteristics of the network. In Solana, the direct derivation of wallet addresses from public keys creates a larger surface area for quantum attacks.
Apr 5, 2026 · via kucoin.com
Korea Advanced Materials Launches Quantum Blockchain Security Platform "QuantumSafe" Korea Advanced Materials, a KOSDAQ-listed company, has launched a blockchain security platform designed to counter the threats posed by quantum computers, signaling its entry into the related market. On April 6, Korea Advanced Materials announced the official global launch of “QuantumSafe,” the world’s first orchestration platform based on post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to protect the blockchain ecosystem. QuantumSafe is a SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) platform that enables developers to implement quantum-resistant security with a single API (Application Programming Interface) line, without altering existing blockchain structures. It supports a total of 19 major blockchains, including Ethereum, Bitcoin, and Solana, allowing developers to instantly apply quantum-resistant security without any protocol modifications. This platform is designed based on FIPS 204 (ML-DSA) and FIPS 205 (SLH-DSA), which are post-quantum cryptography standards finalized by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in August 2024. In addition, by integrating with Amazon Web Services (AWS KMS) Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-3 Level 3 HSM, the platform ensures security and reliability. Recently, as advances in quantum computing technology accelerate, concerns over the stability of current cryptographic systems have been growing within the blockchain industry. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, warned in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that “quantum computing could render the Bitcoin cryptographic infrastructure vulnerable.” Google’s quantum computing scientist, Dierdre Dallaire-Demers, also stated that “within five years, quantum computers capable of breaking Bitcoin’s cryptography could emerge.” Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, also unveiled a “quantum threat response roadmap” in February, aiming for a complete transition before 2030. He established a dedicated post-quantum security team within the foundation and emphasized the need for proactive measures, pointing out that core blockchain cryptographic structures such as ECDSA (Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm), BLS consensus (aggregate
Apr 5, 2026 · via asiae.co.kr
SAN FRANCISCO, April 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitcoin Everlight, a transaction routing and validation network operating alongside the Bitcoin blockchain, announces Phase 4 of its public presale with BTCL priced at $0.0014 per token, as new research from Google and Caltech reignites debate around long-term cryptographic security across the blockchain industry. The Research That Moved Markets Google's Quantum AI team published a whitepaper estimating that breaking Bitcoin and Ethereum's cryptography may require fewer than 500,000 physical qubits — well below the millions previously cited — and that roughly 6.9 million BTC already sit in wallets where public keys have been exposed. A simultaneous paper from Caltech and quantum startup Oratomic demonstrated that neutral-atom quantum computers could execute similar attacks with as few as 10,000 physical qubits — roughly 50 times more efficient than Google's estimate. Ark Invest has pushed back, arguing that any meaningful quantum breakthrough would likely disrupt broader internet security first, giving Bitcoin developers time to implement post-quantum upgrades. The debate is far from settled — but the headlines have been enough to push fresh scrutiny toward static wallet exposure and how different parts of the blockchain ecosystem are structurally positioned. Bitcoin Everlight's Security Record in a Quantum-Conscious Conditions For participants evaluating projects during a period of heightened security awareness, Bitcoin Everlight's verification timeline is worth noting. Dual smart contract audits were completed through Spywolf and Solidproof, alongside dual KYC verifications through Spywolf KYC and VitalBlock — all completed and publicly linked before a single deposit was accepted. Two independent firms on the code, two independent firms on team identity. The BTCL contract carries a fixed total supply of 21,000,000,000 tokens with no inflation mechanism, with ownership controls, minting functions, and transfer logic all covered in the audit process. When quantum headlines are pushing investors to ask
Apr 5, 2026 · via globenewswire.com
The Saskatchewan government is investing in advanced computing technology at the University of Saskatchewan, aiming to position the province at the forefront of quantum research and innovation. Innovation Saskatchewan announced $400,000 in funding to support the acquisition and installation of a quantum computer at the university, the first of its kind to be owned and operated by a Canadian university. The system, designed by Rigetti Computing, will provide researchers with continuous on-site access for experimentation, testing and training. It will be housed within the university’s Centre for Quantum Topology and Its Applications. Officials say the technology will allow scientists to perform complex calculations far more quickly than traditional computers, with applications across sectors including agriculture, health sciences, energy and mining. Related Stories: - New poultry research facility planned for U of S - Innovation Saskatchewan invests nearly $460,000 in University of Regina research “Innovation is moving faster than ever, and quantum computing is at the leading edge of that shift,” Innovation Saskatchewan Minister Warren Kaeding said in a statement. The province says the investment will help accelerate research timelines, reduce reliance on out-of-province systems and support collaboration between institutions. Current projects include work with the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization to improve vaccine development using quantum modelling. University of Saskatchewan president Vince Bruni-Bossio said the initiative strengthens the institution’s position in global quantum research and will support future advancements across multiple disciplines. The provincial funding is being matched by $1.93 million from Prairies Economic Development Canada, bringing total support for the project to more than $2.3 million. The system is expected to serve as a foundation for a future quantum research centre, while also helping train students and attract new industry partnerships to Saskatchewan.
Apr 5, 2026 · via westcentralonline.com
A simple explainer on what quantum computing actually is, and why it is terrifying for bitcoin Most simplifies the complex process of quantum computing as "it can be 0 and 1 at the same time." That is not an explanation for why it threatens Bitcoin. This is. What to know: - Google has published research suggesting a future quantum computer could theoretically derive a bitcoin private key from its public key in about nine minutes, threatening the security of Bitcoin and other cryptographic systems. - Unlike classical computers, which process bits as either 0 or 1, quantum computers use qubits that can exist in multiple states simultaneously and exploit phenomena like superposition and entanglement to explore many possibilities at once. - This fundamentally different form of computation could undermine the mathematical assumptions behind current encryption, raising urgent concerns about the safety of existing blockchain assets and digital security more broadly. This week, Google published a paper describing how a quantum computer could theoretically derive a bitcoin private key in 9 minutes, with ramifications that stretch to Ethereum, other tokens, private banking, and potentially everything in the world. Quantum computing is easy to mistake for a faster version of a regular computer. But it is not a more powerful chip or a bigger server farm. It is a fundamentally different kind of machine, different at the level of the atom itself. A quantum computer starts with a very cold, very small loop of metal where particles begin to behave in ways they do not behave under normal conditions on Earth, ways that alter what we think of as the basic rules of physics. Understanding what that means, physically, is the difference between reading about the quantum threat and actually grasping it. How computers and quantum computers actually work Regular computers store
Apr 5, 2026 · via coindesk.com
Algorand just jumped 50% after Google flags quantum risk for Bitcoin and Ethereum Algorand's ALGO ripped from $0.08 to $0.12 as traders reacted to Google spotlighting a real post quantum rollout. Algorand has emerged as an early standout in the crypto market’s latest quantum security debate after a recent Google Quantum AI paper highlighted the blockchain as a live example of post-quantum cryptography being deployed on a network. The attention came as the paper sharpened concerns around Bitcoin and Ethereum, two networks whose size, age, and design choices could make any future migration to quantum-resistant infrastructure slower and more complicated. Against that backdrop, Algorand’s quieter work on Falcon digital signatures, state proofs, and key rotation suddenly looked less like a niche technical experiment and more like a practical head start. The shift in attention helped lift Algorand’s token sharply over the past week, with traders treating the Google paper as validation of work already underway on the network. According to CryptoSlate's data, ALGO, the blockchain network's native token, is one of the top performers over the past week, gaining around 50% to rise to $0.12 as of press time. Notably, the price performance came less than a week after the token fell to an all-time low of $0.08. Algorand's quiet quantum computing lead over Bitcoin and Ethereum Algorand’s advantage over Bitcoin and Ethereum is narrower than the recent enthusiasm suggests, but it is also more concrete than what many larger chains can currently show. In its paper, Google described Algorand as an example of real-world deployment of post-quantum cryptography on an otherwise quantum-vulnerable blockchain. The distinction was important. It did not say Algorand had solved the problem end-to-end, but it did point to a network that had moved from theory into live implementation. Algorand’s core consensus and built-in transactions still
Apr 5, 2026 · via cryptoslate.com
Will Aerie’s Momentum and Rising Payouts Reshape American Eagle Outfitters’ (AEO) Long‑Term Narrative? American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. AEO | 16.84 | -2.77% | - In late March 2026, American Eagle Outfitters reported fiscal 2025 results showing 10% revenue growth, 8% comparable sales growth across brands, and US$341 million returned to shareholders via dividends and buybacks, alongside fiscal 2026 operating income guidance of US$390 million to US$410 million. - At the same time, Needham initiated coverage with a Hold rating, spotlighting the strong performance of the Aerie and OFFLINE brands while questioning how durable that momentum will be as growth comparisons become tougher later in the year. - With Aerie and OFFLINE delivering double digit growth, we’ll now consider how this operating strength may shape American Eagle’s investment narrative. This technology could replace computers: discover 24 stocks that are working to make quantum computing a reality. American Eagle Outfitters Investment Narrative Recap To own American Eagle Outfitters, you need to believe its multi-brand model, especially Aerie and OFFLINE, can keep drawing customers even as consumer spending and mall traffic stay uneven. The latest results support that narrative in the near term, but guidance and Needham’s Hold rating keep the focus on how resilient Aerie’s double digit growth will be if comparisons tighten and costs such as markdowns, tariffs, and currency swings continue to pressure margins. The most relevant update here is the fiscal 2026 operating income outlook of US$390 million to US$410 million, which frames how much earnings room AEO has if Aerie’s momentum eases or markdowns rise. That range also matters for investors weighing consensus expectations against a share price that has fallen sharply year to date, as it could influence how quickly concerns about softer first quarter trends and margin pressure might ease or intensify. Yet behind the strong
Apr 5, 2026 · via sahmcapital.com
Does Loma Negra (LOMA) Separating Itself From InterCement’s Reorganization Recast Its Governance Risk Profile? Loma Negra Compania Industrial Argentina SA Sponsored ADR LOMA | 11.07 | -0.18% | - On March 31, 2026, Loma Negra reported an amended and restated share pledge linked to controlling shareholder InterCement’s court-approved reorganization plan, stressing that it remains outside the judicial process and continues operating normally. - The company’s emphasis on its operational independence and ongoing transparency around its shareholder’s debt restructuring directly addresses investor concerns about potential spillover risks. - We’ll now examine how Loma Negra’s clarification of its independence from InterCement’s reorganization affects the company’s broader investment narrative. This technology could replace computers: discover 24 stocks that are working to make quantum computing a reality. Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima Investment Narrative Recap To own Loma Negra, you have to believe in a long term recovery in Argentine construction demand and the company’s ability to turn that into healthier margins despite recent earnings pressure. The latest clarification around InterCement’s reorganization and the amended share pledge does not materially alter the near term catalysts in cement volume recovery or public works, nor does it change the core risk of margin compression in a highly competitive, inflation adjusting market. Among recent announcements, the Q4 2025 and full year 2025 results stand out as the clearest backdrop to this shareholder news, with sales of ARS 848,086,622 and net income of ARS 23,584,613 for the year. Taken together with the new disclosure on the controlling shareholder’s debt situation, they frame a story where operating performance, pricing resilience and Argentina’s macro conditions remain far more important for the thesis than the technical details of InterCement’s court approved plan. Yet investors should be aware that concentrated exposure to Argentina with largely dollar denominated debt means... Loma
Apr 5, 2026 · via sahmcapital.com
Physicists and engineers highlight latest research in 14 talks covering tensor networks, quantum error correction, hardware advances and more BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Alice & Bob, a leader in fault-tolerant quantum computing, will present more than a dozen research talks at the APS Global Physics Summit, demonstrating new advances in its cat-qubit architecture – a hardware-efficient approach designed to reduce the number of qubits required for fault-tolerant quantum computers. The presentations span several key challenges in scaling quantum computers, including stabilizing cat qubits, extending their intrinsic error protection, and enabling core components of fault-tolerant computation such as high-fidelity magic-state preparation. Researchers will also introduce new techniques to simulate large superconducting quantum systems and to validate the ultra-low logical error rates required for practical quantum computing. Together, the results highlight progress across the full stack required to build scalable fault-tolerant quantum computers, from device physics and circuit design to quantum error correction and system verification. The APS Global Physics Summit held March 15-20 in Denver, Colorado, brings together thousands of physicists from around the world to present new developments across all disciplines of physics, including quantum mechanics. Further information on Alice & Bob’s APS presentations is available in the company’s blog post here. The Alice & Bob team will also be available to meet with at booth #901. About Alice & Bob Alice & Bob is a quantum computing company based in Paris and Boston whose goal is to create the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer. Founded in 2020, Alice & Bob has raised €130 million in funding and employs more than 200 people. Advised by Nobel Prize winning researchers, Alice & Bob specializes in cat qubits, a technology developed by the company’s founders. Demonstrating the power of its cat architecture, Alice & Bob recently showed
Apr 4, 2026 · via rgj.com