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The risks posed by quantum computers could pose a serious threat to Bitcoin, especially since advanced quantum capabilities could allow malicious actors to break into old wallets, including those owned by BTC pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto.
After analyzing these potential threats, Versan Aljarra, founder of Black Swan Capitalist, noted that Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP all depend on cryptographic systems that could theoretically become vulnerable if quantum computers make significant progress.
Although none of these networks are completely immune to the growing risks of quantum computers, Aljarra suggested that XRP could have an advantage because the XRP Ledger (XRPL) was originally designed by the architects.
Quantum computers could threaten blockchain security
In a recent post on social media platform X, Versan Aljarra pointed out that modern blockchains depend on a security method called elliptic curve cryptography.
 
For those unfamiliar, this cryptographic system protects digital assets through a pair of keys: a public key that is visible on the network and a private key that remains private, allowing the holder to access and manage their funds.
The founder of Black Swan Capitalist explained that the risk is that a sufficiently advanced quantum computing system could eventually break this form of encryption. If this were the case, attackers could derive private keys from public keys, potentially allowing them to control digital wallets.
In his opinion, such a threat would be far from cryptocurrency. Aljarra believes that if quantum computers reach this level of capability, it could compromise many systems that depend on similar cryptographic protection, including global banking networks, the SWIFT payment system, military encryption and large parts of the Internet.
Is XRP quantum resistant?
While most major blockchains face this vulnerability, Versan Aljarra argued that XRP could have an architectural advantage if quantum computing becomes a real threat. He noted that the cryptographic frameworks that underpin Bitcoin and Ethereum are deeply embedded in their networks, making significant improvements more complex.
He noted that upgrading cryptography for Bitcoin or Ethereum would likely require major network upgrades and hard forks. Such changes typically require lengthy discussions and coordination between developers and community members, which can slow down performance and introduce additional risks to the network.
However, XRP Ledger works differently. Versan Aljarra explained that the network uses a protocol-level management system that allows validators to confirm cryptographic improvements through consensus without taking the network offline. This design allows the system to adapt in real time if new security standards are needed.
He also noted that Bitcoin is built to be rigid, while Ethereum’s improvements are often slow and require complex changes. In contrast, he described XRP as a financial infrastructure designed to solve emerging problems while continuing to process transactions seamlessly.
