After Vitalik's latest words on the dangers of quantum computing to crypto, important to know $ALGO | @Algorand 's preparation for it. Algorand’s Post-Quantum Breakthrough • Algorand has executed the first post-quantum transaction on its mainnet using NIST-selected Falcon signatures. • This proves that quantum-resistant cryptography can already protect real digital assets on a live blockchain. ➱ Why it matters • Experts agree that quantum computers will eventually break today’s cryptography. • Some forecasts, including ones referenced by Vitalik Buterin, suggest a real chance of quantum-capable machines before 2028. • Systems that rely on classical signatures need to prepare early. ➱ What makes Algorand different • Many blockchains are still planning post-quantum strategies, while Algorand has working code on mainnet. • Developers can already generate Falcon keys, create PQ-secure addresses, and verify Falcon signatures on-chain. • Falcon is a NIST-approved lattice-based signature scheme that is compact and fast enough for high-performance blockchain use. ➱ The big picture • Algorand has shown that quantum-safe transactions are no longer theoretical. • This milestone demonstrates real, practical post-quantum security running on a public blockchain today.