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Experts Warn: Quantum Computing Threatens Cryptography by 2030

3/6/2026

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Experts warn current cryptographic systems are at risk from quantum computing.
Anand Oswal of Palo Alto Networks says a quantum computer able to break encryption could emerge by decade's end.
Cybercriminals already use a "harvest now, decrypt later" approach to collect data.
Dustin Moody of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) emphasizes training and collaboration with suppliers.

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Experts warn current cryptographic systems are at risk from quantum computing.
Anand Oswal of Palo Alto Networks says a quantum computer able to break encryption could emerge by decade's end.
Cybercriminals already use a "harvest now, decrypt later" approach to collect data.
Dustin Moody of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) emphasizes training and collaboration with suppliers.