Algorand CEO William Herkelrath says quantum computing could let brute-force attacks break most banks' current encryption, so every system will need upgrading. He says the threat is on the horizon, with estimates ranging from two to three years or sooner. He notes government mandates in Europe and the United States, and that 2027 CISO budgets already include related line items. Federal agencies have until October 22 to submit upgrade plans, which cover databases, messaging systems and authenticator apps. He hopes the costs will not fall on consumers and says his company is getting more inbound interest than before.
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