The ongoing development of quantum technologies poses a threat to existing cryptographic schemes in Web3. Current threats and potential solutions are discussed.
The Blind Spot of Web3
Despite significant investments in DeFi protocols, the majority of the Web3 ecosystem still relies on outdated cryptographic schemes like RSA and ECDSA. These technologies, developed in the past, are now under threat due to the potential application of Shor’s algorithm, which could breach the security of numerous wallets and smart contracts in seconds. Additionally, many blockchains depend on centralized validator nodes hosted on traditional clouds, creating critical failure points and weak protection against quantum threats.
Proof that Quantum Evolution is Accelerating
The facts point to the rapid development of quantum technology:
- Oxford set a record with a quantum gate featuring an error rate of 0.000015%, significantly reducing the need for error correction. - IBM plans to create a computer with 200 logical qubits by 2029 and a system with 2000 qubits by 2033. - Microsoft and Google are also actively developing hybrid quantum architectures. - Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang confirmed that quantum computing is transitioning from concept to actual industry.
These events show that the world of quantum technologies is moving forward.
Naoris Protocol: Post-Quantum Security
The Naoris Protocol was not designed to adapt to quantum computing but to counter it. It introduces a new technological layer, Sub-Zero, compatible with all EVM blockchains, using post-quantum algorithms like Dilithium-5. This protocol integrates without hard forks or user experience modifications.
Moreover, the Decentralized Proof of Security (dPoSec) mechanism transforms every device into a cybersecurity validation node, rewarding them with tokens in $NAORIS. Its infrastructure also includes a network of decentralized artificial intelligences that continuously monitor the ecosystem and can automatically respond to threats, ensuring blockchains' protection against quantum attacks without disrupting their operations.
Quantum technologies are evolving rapidly, and Web3 faces significant security challenges. The Naoris Protocol represents a solution providing the necessary protection for the upcoming post-quantum world.
