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About Tectonic
Tectonic is building a quantum-resistant world computer, with its current focus on securing blockchain ecosystems against future quantum threats. Its core business includes the PQ Wallet, a browser extension for EVM chains that supports the Falcon-512 post-quantum signature algorithm. The wallet operates in two modes: "quantum-secure" mode applies post-quantum signatures immediately, while "quantum-ready" mode keeps classical signatures but pre-configures post-quantum parameters for future upgrades. Tectonic also offers a PQ audit service that helps teams map cryptographic dependencies, identify quantum-related risks, and create migration plans aligned with NIST and CNSA 2.0 standards.
The market pain point Tectonic addresses is the vulnerability of classical public-key cryptography (e.g., elliptic curve signatures) used by most blockchains today, which could be broken by sufficiently powerful quantum computers. Rather than requiring changes to layer-1 protocols, Tectonic's solution works at the application layer, lowering the barrier for adoption. Its narrative centers on pragmatic, gradual migration: start with risk assessment and coexistence planning, avoid rushed high-risk transitions when the ecosystem is forced to change.
In the past six months (March to September 2026), Tectonic launched PQ Wallet early access and initiated PQ audit services. The wallet is available as Chrome and Firefox extensions, with CLI support for developer workflows. A broader PQ Wallet release is planned for the second half of 2026. No significant negative information was found in the available sources.
Over the past six months, Tectonic Labs has made significant strides in post-quantum readiness for Web3. In February 2026, the team launched PQ Wallet, a browser-based EVM extension supporting Falcon-512 signatures, offering both 'quantum-secure' and 'quantum-ready' modes to ease migration without L1 changes. The wallet, audited by Halborn, also includes CLI support for developers.
In parallel, Tectonic introduced PQ Audits, a service designed to help protocols map cryptographic dependencies and craft NIST-aligned transition plans, available in one-day and full-scope variants. Additionally, the company unveiled Quantum Tracker, a public readiness index assessing quantum risk exposure across major blockchains, tokens, and wallets.
Looking ahead, Tectonic plans to release a broader version of PQ Wallet in H2 2026, targeting protocols, developers, and end-users seeking a controlled path to post-quantum signatures on EVM chains. The roadmap emphasizes staged coexistence of legacy and post-quantum systems, with a focus on measurable exposure reduction and seamless upgrade paths.
Tectonic's co-founders and key executives include:
Grant S. (Co-Founder) – Details are limited in the provided sources.
Min H. Kim (Co-Founder & CMO) – Based in San Juan, SF, and NYC. Currently CMO and Founder in Residence at Tectonic, a Hack VC portfolio company building quantum-secure defense technology. Also serves as CMO in Residence at Hack VC ($700M AUM crypto fund), founder of Web3 marketing firm Hexaco Alpha and recruiting firm Web3JOE. Previously CMO at Polygon (MATIC) and Hedera Foundation (HBAR), and one of the first marketers at Ava Labs (AVAX) and TRON (TRX). Was the 1st US employee at TRON, leading corp dev, M&A, and strategic partnerships. Earlier roles include Head of Marketing at Huobi US, Chief of Staff at Civic, Marketing & Partnerships Lead at Draper University, and Business Development at ShoCard. He is a Dartmouth College grad (Economics) with additional studies at Miami Ad School and Academy of Art University. He runs a web3 coworking space in Puerto Rico and organizes local crypto meetups.