Quantum Risk and Crypto Cryptography Discussed by ARK Invest

Justin Drake recently issued a warning that ECDSA could break before Q-Day. This warning has revived fears regarding quantum computing and cryptocurrency cryptography. Lorenzo Valente, director of research for digital assets at ARK Invest, spoke with host Laura Shin on Unchained to discuss why quantum risk is one of the top questions ARK hears from wealth managers. During the discussion, Valente explained how artificial intelligence is pulling forecasting timelines forward by decades. He also discussed his concern that a broken signature scheme could remain hidden within the noise of everyday hacks, and why quantum fears might accelerate the decline of self-custody.