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Breaking 256-Bit Elliptic Curve Encryption with a Quantum Computer
Researchers have calculated the quantum computer size necessary to break 256-bit elliptic curve public-key cryptography: Finally, we calculate the number of physical qubits required to break the 256-bit elliptic curve encryption of keys in the Bitcoin network within the small available time frame in which it would…
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- 117
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- 50
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Security & PrivacyMath & Algorithms2022
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2022 | Breaking 256-Bit Elliptic Curve Encryption with a Quantum Computer by Sami_Lehtinen | 117 | 50 |
