It would mean having an unprecedented window into our lives with ramifications that are hard to imagine.
The truth is more nuanced, but no less frightening for those who value their privacy.
Encryption is Everywhere
We rely on encryption to safeguard devices and sensitive data.
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One major reason is because of how long it takes to break encryption using current hardware.
But quantum computers work differently than the systems were used to, and they’re more powerful and effective.
Quantum computers allow a different class of algorithms that are impossible for classical computers to perform.
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“The largest quantum computer is currently less than 100 qubits.
“The threat is here now,” he added.
Quantum computers are getting faster at a rapid pace.
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“Responding to these advances should be a top priority for the security industry.
The threat is here now.
“This will help, but not be perfect,” he added.
One company,RAIDAtech, is working on technologies to transport and store data quantum-safe.
You cant decrypt something that is in shreds.”
