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Ethereum Foundation launches post-quantum security team

The Ethereum Foundation established a post-quantum security team to protect the network against quantum computing threats that could break current cryptography.
Ethereum Foundation launches post-quantum security team

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Ethereum elevates quantum resistance to top priority

The Ethereum Foundation officially formed a dedicated post-quantum security team, backed by $2 million in funding. Ethereum researcher Justin Drake announced that post-quantum security is now a « top strategic priority » for the foundation. Drake stated « it’s now 2026, timelines are accelerating » and declared it was « time to go full PQ » on social media. This marks an inflection point from background research to active public engineering phase for quantum-resistant solutions.

The foundation launched two $1 million prizes to enhance hash function reliability and support other post-quantum initiatives. Weekly developer sessions dedicated to post-quantum security will begin next month under Antonio Sanso’s leadership focusing on account abstraction. Consensus client teams Lighthouse and Grandine have already implemented post-quantum developer networks with Prysm expected to follow soon.

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Quantum computers threaten private keys

Ethereum currently uses cryptographic systems that powerful quantum computers could theoretically break in the future. These advanced computers could potentially access private keys, which are the passwords that control cryptocurrency wallets and funds. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently warned developers against waiting too long to prepare for quantum computing threats. Over 65% of all Ether sits in addresses that could be vulnerable to future quantum attacks. The Ethereum Foundation is exploring new security methods including hash-based cryptography and zk-STARKs that resist quantum computing power.

The foundation joined Coinbase’s post-quantum advisory board to help develop industry-wide standards for quantum-resistant blockchain systems. This initiative brings together multiple experts including Alex Hicks for security verification and Will Corcoran for network coordination. The network must remain secure for decades without constant changes, making early quantum preparation essential for protecting user assets long-term.

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