Google: Future quantum computers can crack BTC private keys in just 9 minutes
Mar 31, 2026 13:50:48
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Google's research shows that future quantum computers may only need 9 minutes to crack Bitcoin private keys, which is 1 minute shorter than the average block time of 10 minutes for BTC.
The study warns that memory pool attacks could become a real threat and urges an immediate transition to post-quantum cryptography.
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