Researchers claim AI agents significantly reduced resource cost for a key step in a quantum attack on Bitcoin

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Researchers claim AI agents significantly reduced resource cost for a key step in a quantum attack on Bitcoin

⚡ Markets: No immediate impact as practical quantum computers are not yet available. However, it increases long-term pressure on crypto projects to transition to quantum-resistant algorithms.BTCETH

Researchers participating in the ECDSA.Fail challenge reported using AI agents to slash a resource benchmark for breaking the ECDSA digital signature algorithm, a core component of Bitcoin and Ethereum security, by 86%. While a full quantum attack remains theoretical, the development highlights accelerating progress in fields that could threaten current cryptographic standards.

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Financial pressDecrypt — AI Agents Just Slashed the Cost of a Quantum Attack on Bitcoin

Financial pressThe Block — Researchers halve quantum resource benchmark for key operation in Bitcoin, Ethereum attack

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