Decrypt • October 7th 2026, 10:49 AM
Europol Warns Crypto Wallets Are 'Primary Risk' for Quantum Attacks
Key Summary
Europol, the European Union police agency, has warned that crypto wallets are the primary risk for quantum attacks, as blockchains are expected to adapt to the threat. A second report is also expected to weigh the risk of data stolen now and cracked in the future. The warning comes as quantum computers become increasingly powerful, posing a threat to the security of blockchain technology.
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The EU police agency expects blockchains to adapt to the threat, while a second report weighs the risk of data stolen now and cracked later.