Opinion: Trump Signs Quantum Security Executive Orders, Potentially Boosting Research into Bitcoin's Post-Quantum Security

Odaily President Trump signed two executive orders on Monday aimed at accelerating the construction of U.S. quantum computing capabilities and pushing forward the migration of government systems to post-quantum cryptography. Although the executive orders did not directly mention Bitcoin, individuals in the crypto industry believe this could be beneficial for blockchain post-quantum security research and development.

The two executive orders focus respectively on defending against advanced cryptographic attacks and advancing the frontier of quantum innovation. This includes a clear timeline: advancing the construction of quantum sensors by September 2028, and requiring federal high-value assets and high-impact systems to complete the migration to post-quantum cryptography by the end of 2031.

Alex Pruden, CEO of Project Eleven, stated this means the U.S. government will invest funds and time to achieve post-quantum security goals. It may also extend these requirements throughout the entire federal contractor system, not just government agencies, thereby accelerating the implementation of post-quantum cryptographic technology.

As this policy is introduced, concerns over quantum threats within the blockchain industry are rising. The Ethereum Foundation, Solana Foundation, and others have already begun advancing post-quantum security research and development, while the Bitcoin community is also discussing potential risks. Some Bitcoins held in exposed public addresses are considered to be at risk of private key derivation following the emergence of future powerful quantum computers.

Pruden noted that this executive order sets a clear deadline of 2031 for adopting post-quantum cryptography, which has more enforcement power compared to previous U.S. government guidance that only proposed phasing out traditional cryptographic systems by 2035. For Bitcoin and the broader crypto industry, government-level investment in post-quantum security may drive the faster maturation of related tools, standards, and migration pathways.