Andrew Fursman

Andrew Fursman, founder of 1Qbit and a leading expert in quantum computing, discusses the pivotal ways this technology may affect Bitcoin and cryptography. He explains what a quantum computer is and why it poses a threat to traditional encryption methods. Listeners learn about the Bloch Sphere concept, potential timelines for quantum breakthroughs, and applications beyond cracking encryption. Fursman highlights the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography to ensure the security of digital transactions as quantum capabilities evolve.