Google Wants to Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography by 2029

Published: 0 month ago (April 6, 2026 at 06:52 AM EDT)

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Source: Schneier on Security

Overview

Google states that it will fully transition to post‑quantum cryptography by 2029. The move is praised not because a practical quantum computer is expected imminently, but because crypto‑agility—being able to switch cryptographic algorithms quickly—is inherently valuable.

References

Google announcement: Cryptography migration timeline
Slashdot discussion: Google moves post‑quantum encryption timeline up to 2029

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Posted on April 6, 2026 at 6:52 AM

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