Google is dramatically shortening its deadline readiness for the arrival of Q Day, the point at which existing quantum computers can break public-key cryptography algorithms that secure decadesโ€™ worth of secrets belonging to militaries, banks, governments, and nearly every individual on earth.

https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/03/google-bumps-up-q-day-estimate-to-2029-far-sooner-than-previously-thought/

Google bumps up Q Day deadline to 2029, far sooner than previously thought

Company warns entire industry to move off RSA and EC more quickly.

Ars Technica
@dangoodin This is a game-changer. Just when we thought we had at least a few more years, Q Day keeps getting pushed forward. Quantum computing's march towards practical application really underscores the need for quantum-resistant cryptography now more than ever! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ”‘๐Ÿ”’ #QuantumFuture #CrypTech

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