CZ Says Crypto Can Survive Quantum Computing With Protocol Upgrades: Binance Co-Founder

Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao posted on X on April 1, 2026, addressing growing concerns about quantum computing's threat to cryptocurrency. CZ stated that the crypto industry can upgrade to quantum-resistant, or post-quantum, cryptographic algorithms to neutralize the risk, urging users not to panic over the potential threat.

CZ emphasized that upgrading to post-quantum algorithms is straightforward in theory, though he did not detail specific timelines or implementation plans. His comments come as debates persist in the crypto community about which protocols and assets—including Bitcoin's original coins—may be vulnerable to quantum computing advances.

Sources: CZ (Changpeng Zhao) on X | BeInCrypto

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