Could Quantum Computing Kill Crypto?

*Could a future quantum computer steal your crypto… or even break the internet?* In this video, Sami cuts through the hype to explain what quantum computing really is, which parts of crypto it could threaten, and how post‑quantum security standards are already making the internet (and blockchains) quantum‑safe. Using the Y2K analogy, we show why “fix it before it breaks” is the playbook: from how qubits, superposition and entanglement work to what Shor’s and Grover’s algorithms actually mean for Bitcoin’s signatures and hashing. You’ll learn why today’s machines aren’t close to cracking crypto, why error correction demands millions of physical qubits, and how NIST’s 2024 post‑quantum standards (Kyber, Dilithium, SPHINCS+) are being rolled out across the web — with blockchains preparing upgrade paths to quantum‑resistant wallets. *📚 Resources:* ➡ Quantum Computers and Cryptocurrencies https://www.binance.com/en/academy/articles/quantum-computers-and-cryptocurrencies *In this video, you’ll learn:* ✅ Quantum basics: bits vs. qubits, superposition, and entanglement ✅ Why Quantum Computing is still FAR away: decoherence, error correction, and why millions of physical qubits are needed for a few thousand logical qubits ✅ The REAL threat: Shor’s Algorithm (signatures/private keys) and Grover’s Algorithm (brute force/hash security) ✅ Bitcoin implications: ECDSA signatures and SHA‑256 — what could change and how to upgrade (longer hashes, new schemes) ✅ Why most experts see a 10–15 year window before “break‑Bitcoin” hardware is plausible ✅ The fix in motion: NIST’s post‑quantum standards (Kyber, Dilithium, SPHINCS+) and internet‑wide deployment ✅ Blockchains’ plan: migrating funds to quantum‑resistant wallets before any real threat appears ✅ Why quantum is a global security challenge — and a net positive for science, medicine, and stronger digital defenses *⏱️ Timestamps:* ⏳ 00:00 – Introduction: Could quantum kill crypto? ⏳ 00:27 – The Y2K dilemma back then… was a nothingburger ⏳ 01:08 – What is Quantum Computing? Qubits, superposition, entanglement ⏳ 02:05 – Computers with Quantum Computing means… ⏳ 02:37 – Shor’s Algorithm: public → private keys and signature risk ⏳ 03:01 – BUT… qubits are fragile and require error correction! ⏳ 03:54 – Grover’s Algorithm: faster brute force and changing Bitcoin’s hash strength ⏳ 04:24 – Quantum Computers are NOT going to threaten crypto anytime soon! ⏳ 04:40 – How far are we from Quantum Computing? ⏳ 04:56 – Post‑quantum cryptography standards: NIST, Kyber, Dilithium, SPHINCS+ ⏳ 05:19 – Blockchain upgrades: quantum‑resistant wallets and migration ⏳ 05:31 – Quantum Computing is a GLOBAL SECURITY challenge, not just a problem for crypto! ⏳ 06:22 – Outro #bitcoin #quantum #sha256 #qubit #quantumcomputing #cryptoexplained #binanceexplains *⚠️ RISK WARNING:* Digital asset prices can be volatile. The value of your investment may go down or up and you may not get back the amount invested. You are solely responsible for your investment decisions and Binance is not liable for any losses you may incur. It is your responsibility to ascertain whether you are permitted to use the services of Binance based on your individual circumstances. Not financial advice. For more information, see our Terms of Use and Risk Warning. *📢 Join the conversation:* ➡️ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/binance ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/binance ➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/binance ➡️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@binance ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.din.com/company/binance ➡️ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/binance *🔗 Download Binance here (iOS, Android):* https://binance.onelink.me/y874/cb98de36 *🔗 Sign up for Binance here:* https://www.binance.com/en?ref=ERQKP7ND&utm_source=BinanceYoutube&utm_medium=GlobalSocial&utm_campaign=GlobalSocial