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Quantum Computers Threaten Global Digital Security
18 Nov
Summary
- Encryption keys are formed by multiplying two large prime numbers.
- Quantum computers can factorize encryption keys much faster than classical ones.
- This capability could lead to the collapse of digital security systems worldwide.
Every piece of digital information, from financial details to personal messages, is secured by an encryption key.
These keys are generated by multiplying two large prime numbers. Decrypting them requires a hacker to find those original primes, a task that would take a classical computer longer than the age of the universe. This complexity ensures our online security.
But the rise of quantum computing presents a new challenge. Quantum computers are becoming increasingly adept at factorizing these massive encryption keys at unprecedented speeds. As this technology advances, the very foundation of our digital security could be at risk of collapse.
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