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Tech Share AI is speeding up the quantum threat to crypto, security experts warn Researchers and builders believe that artificial intelligence may be accelerating the quantum timeline and forcing a broader rethink of how digital security works. By Margaux Nijkerk|Edited by Stephen Alpher May 24, 2026, 10:00 a.m. 4 min read Make preferred on What to know: AI is accelerating the development of quantum computing and forcing the crypto industry to prepare for a future where today’s encryption systems, including those securing blockchains and the broader internet, may no longer be reliable. Security researchers say the combination of AI and quantum computing is creating a new cybersecurity arms race, where crypto networks and internet infrastructure will need to evolve continuously to defend against rapidly advancing threats. Artificial Intelligence Quantum Computing Solana News Ethereum News Bitcoin News More For You MetaMask launches AI agent wallet with built-in security for crypto trades By Margaux Nijkerk|Edited by Nikhilesh De 7 hours ago The launch comes as AI agents increasingly emerge as participants in crypto markets, executing trades and managing capital on behalf of users. What to know: MetaMask launched a self-custodial AI agent wallet that allows autonomous software to trade across DeFi while keeping users in control through spending limits, protocol allowlists and two-factor authentication for risky transactions. The wallet's main selling point is security: every transaction undergoes simulation, threat scanning and MEV protection, while transactions deemed... Read Full Story Latest Crypto News Influential research firm that caused AI stock meltdown lays out Hyperliquid as 'compelling' idea 1 hour ago Live updates: Bitcoin tops $63,000 as Strategy adds $100 million BTC in latest purchase 3 hours ago Sam Bankman-Fried officially asks Trump for a presidential pardon 4 hours ago The startup killer: Ledger CTO says the EU's crushing compliance costs are choking Web3 innovation 4 hours ago Aave chief defends protocol's 'resilience' after $8.45 billion bank run 4 hours ago Blame bitcoin's tumble on rising inflation, not Strategy, 10xResearch argues 5 hours ago Top Stories Zcash bounces 45% as developers propose new 'Ironwood' upgrade 12 hours ago Strategy buys 1,550 bitcoin one week after selling $2.5 million of coins 8 hours ago Crypto's recovery remains elusive as SpaceX, Anthropic IPOs loom 8 hours ago Bitcoin's rally to $63,700 triggers $504 million losses for short sellers, most since late April 14 hours ago A crucial bitcoin market indicator is signaling that the worst of the crypto crash might be over 8 hours ago CME is letting traders bet on bitcoin volatility, not price, and two firms have already placed bets 11 hours ago