Layer 1s are starting to compete on quantum security; Algorand picked a hardcore track—waiting for Martins to turn in their assignment.

Jiby News reports that Algorand is planning new account and consensus mechanisms to defend against the threat of quantum computing to cryptography. The layer-one blockchain has released its plan, and network infrastructure updates are expected by the end of 2027. Bruno Martins, Chief Technology Officer of the Algorand Foundation, said these updates are intended to provide broad quantum resistance for the network. Algorand is the latest cryptographic project to plan for quantum computing. Martins also noted that governments around the world and security experts are preparing for a future in which quantum computing could potentially disrupt existing encryption systems.