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title: "Ethereum Plans Quantum-Safe Transition by 2029 Amid Potential Threats"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/282006507.md"
description: "Ethereum is planning a quantum-safe transition by 2029 to address potential risks from quantum computers. NS3.AI reports that while the threat is real, it is not immediate. This multiyear network upgrade aims to protect private keys and secure billions of dollars against future quantum advancements."
datetime: "2026-04-08T08:54:25.000Z"
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# Ethereum Plans Quantum-Safe Transition by 2029 Amid Potential Threats

Ethereum is preparing for a quantum-safe transition by 2029, acknowledging the potential risks posed by quantum computers. According to NS3.AI, while the threat from quantum technology is considered real, it is not seen as immediate. The transition is described as a multiyear network upgrade, aimed at protecting private keys and securing billions of dollars from future quantum advancements.

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