Ripple outlines four-stage quantum-resistance plan for XRP Ledger as AI accelerates cryptographic research and Bitcoin, Ethereum prepare migrations

Ripple's four-stage plan for the XRP Ledger begins with assessing which network components would be exposed to quantum threats, then testing alternative cryptography against the blockchain's current workload. Later stages would run existing security alongside quantum-resistant alternatives before migrating the broader network. The plan includes an emergency route if quantum computing advances faster than expected, requiring a response before attackers exploit older cryptography. Ripple notes the ledger already lets users replace account keys without changing accounts, easing migration, though independent validators must coordinate rule changes. The author quotes Ripple's Akinyele saying the upgrade requires agile infrastructure, stronger key management and clear upgrade paths.

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