Ripple unveils four-stage plan to protect XRP Ledger from quantum threats by 2028

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    "excerpt": "Ripple has announced a detailed four-stage strategy aimed at safeguarding the XRP Ledger from emerging quantum computing threats. The plan outlines a timeline to reach full quantum resistance by 2028 and underscores Ripple’s intent to address potential vulnerabilities before quantum computing achieves the capability to compromise current cryptographic protections. The security of most blockchain networks, including XRP Ledger, currently relies on elliptic curve cryptography, which classical computers are unable to break within a practicable timeframe. However, advances in quantum computing, as demonstrated in a March 2026 report by Google’s Quantum AI division, suggest these defenses could soon be at risk. Google’s researchers have shown that a quantum computer with 500,000 physical qubits could break elliptic curve cryptography and derive a private key from its public counterpart in about nine minutes. This turning point, often described as “Q-Day” by cybersecurity experts, would expose wallets with publicly visible keys across most blockchains to major security threats. Ripple’s leadership believes that urgent action is required to get ahead of this technological milestone. “The goal is not to wait until quantum computing becomes an immediate threat,” emphasized Ayo Akinyele, Ripple’s senior director of engineering, highlighting the importance of preparedness. Mini...",
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