Ethereum needs to quickly embrace quantum-resistant technology to prepare for century-long security.

PriceOracleFairy · 2026-01-14T07:20:09+00:00

Vitalik emphasized publicly that Ethereum should accelerate the deployment of quantum-resistant technology to ensure long-term cryptographic security. He pointed out that although upgrades may cause system downtime, security should take precedence over short-term efficiency to ensure Ethereum's safe operation for the next hundred years.

PriceOracleFairy

2026-01-14 07:20:09

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【Crypto World】Vitalik recently stated publicly that the Ethereum protocol should accelerate the deployment of quantum-resistant technology and cannot be delayed due to short-term efficiency considerations. His core logic is very clear: long-term cryptographic security is the top priority, and the focus should be on ensuring Ethereum can operate safely for the next hundred years.

Speaking of this topic, the industry has been discussing it quite actively lately. The threat of quantum computing is no longer new; everyone understands that mainstream blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum will ultimately face the need for major upgrades. But the problem is, such upgrade processes might cause extended system downtime, so balancing security and usability has become a practical challenge.

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AlphaWhisperer

· 01-17 03:55

Alright, but if this upgrade really gets underway, the compatibility issues with various L2s and ecosystems might be more troublesome than the quantum threat itself... We've been talking about quantum for many years, and now it's finally happening? It still feels like the technical reserves aren't enough. V God is right, but the question is who will foot the bill? Will the gas fees skyrocket again? If we go ahead with anti-quantum upgrades, what about those small tokens? Won't they just become obsolete... Security and speed are inherently opposed—fish and bear's paw, everyone. A hundred years of security sounds pretty vague; market changes in five years are unpredictable. Who can see a hundred years into the future? Wait, does this mean I need to regenerate my private keys now? What about my addresses... A reasonable move by V God; anyway, an upgrade is inevitable sooner or later. Better to do it early than get compromised.

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WenMoon

· 01-16 10:31

Well said. This time, V God is truly thinking long-term, unlike some projects that only focus on immediate gains. In fact, the quantum threat has long been a concern that should have been addressed; delaying it until now is a bit risky. Implementing quantum resistance upgrades is definitely necessary, but the question is how to handle the downtime... Is short-term pain worth the century-long security it provides? That's a good question. V God is right—cryptographic security always comes first, and efficiency must take a back seat. It seems the entire industry is betting that quantum computing won't arrive that soon. But putting it on the agenda is inevitable sooner or later; starting technical preparations now isn't too early.

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AirdropHunter420

· 01-16 03:34

V God is right this time, but actually implementing it will be extremely difficult. Quantum computing is coming, no one can escape. Instead of waiting to die, it's better to take action now. The cost of downtime is much better than losing everything to being exploited for profit. Wait, could this upgrade be another moment for some big players to harvest retail investors... We agreed on a hundred years of security, but it feels like we're about to go through it all over again.

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MevHunter

· 01-14 07:49

I have to say something honest: V God's stance is solid. If you ask me, rather than being caught off guard by quantum computing later, it's better to put in some effort now to plan ahead. Downtime doesn't matter; security is what truly matters.

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CexIsBad

· 01-14 07:49

Quantum computing, huh? If you put it nicely, it's future security; if you put it bluntly, it's another round of hassle. Vitalik's got a point, but when the upgrade day really comes, it will depend on how many people are willing to endure today's downtime for something a hundred years from now.

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LiquidityWhisperer

· 01-14 07:37

Uh... Is Vitalik starting to worry about the hundred-year plan again? Making it sound like he's writing a will. Quantum computing has been talked about for so many years, but few have actually started working on it. Is it procrastination or because the technology isn't clear yet? If this upgrade really messes up and causes downtime, someone will suffer heavy losses. By the way, why can't we do gradual upgrades? Why the all-at-once approach? Vitalik's vision is truly different. The eternal conflict between security and speed—choosing one always invites criticism. Don't wait until quantum computing actually arrives to regret not preparing in advance. Start preparing now; at least there's a buffer of ten years, right? No need to rush. I just want to know when the upgrade schedule will be announced so I can plan ahead. It's reasonable and visionary, but whether the ecosystem can keep up with this pace is another story. Everyone wants hundred-year security, but no one wants to pay the price for it.

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GasFeeGazer

· 01-14 07:37

Quantum resistance is basically just for precaution, but it will take a lot of effort to implement. How long until the quantum threat actually arrives? Can anyone give a definite timeline? The downtime hurdle is hard to overcome; just keeping the ecosystem alive is already good enough. V God is reliable, but can the ecosystem folks keep up with the pace? The century-long plan sounds great, but who can guarantee the code will still be alive that long? Instead of waiting for quantum to arrive, it's better to start defending now, to avoid chaos later. How high will the upgrade costs be? The development team might have to work overtime forever.

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fork_in_the_road

· 01-14 07:34

Speaking of which, is the quantum threat still just a scarecrow? It seems Vitalik is a bit overly anxious. Delaying the quantum resistance upgrade isn't a bad thing anyway; after all, how many years will it take for quantum computers to truly threaten blockchain? V God's recent statement seems responsible, but it's really just to showcase his foresight. Downtime? That's the real killer; no matter how secure a system is, if it goes down, it's useless, brother. But honestly, the century-long plan is hyped up, and whether it will really materialize depends on how the ecosystem develops in the next few years. What will Ethereum do when quantum computing arrives? Change addresses? Or directly restart the algorithm? It doesn't seem too early to start preparing now; it all depends on whether a smooth transition can be achieved.

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