Will Quantum Computing KILL Bitcoin?!

Quantum computing is advancing rapidly, raising significant questions for cryptography and blockchain. In this episode, Scott Aaronson, quantum computing expert, and Justin Drake, cryptography researcher at the Ethereum Foundation, join us to explore the impact of quantum advancements on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the future of crypto security. Are your coins safe? How soon do we need post-quantum cryptography? Tune in as we navigate this complex, fascinating frontier.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro
5:12 Google Willow Chip
10:19 How is Quantum Computing Accelerating?
17:49 Quantum vs Classical Computers
38:40 Why are Quantum Computers so weird?
44:39 Quantum Computing & Cryptography
51:14 What will Break Cryptography
53:06 Time Horizons
1:01:35 Accounts Getting Hacked
1:11:45 The Bitcoin Case
1:20:46 Quantum Money
1:26:20 The Ethereum Case
1:31:36 Closing Thoughts
1:33:00 Debrief with Justin Drake

RESOURCES

Scott Aaronson
https://www.scottaaronson.com/

Justin Drake
https://x.com/drakefjustin

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