Countdown to Q-Day: What Quantum Could Mean for Crypto
From FCAT Crypto Brief™ by Fidelity Center for Applied Technology
April 22, 2026 · 32 min · Episode 117
About this episode
The episode discusses the implications of quantum computing on cryptography and digital assets, featuring insights from Mike Dascal.
Recent advances in quantum computing are bringing renewed attention to longstanding questions around cryptography. In this episode of the Crypto Brief, the team is joined by FCAT's VP of Quantum Technology Mike Dascal to unpack the underlying technologies and why quantum risk should be on everyone's radar. The episode explores practical threat models for digital assets—from legacy wallets to in-flight transactions—and reviews how different blockchain communities are beginning to respond. Join us as we uncover how the industry can more thoughtfully approach post‑quantum migration, balancing security, decentralization, and long‑term network integrity. Episode Topics: [0:00] Intro [2:00] A Quantum Overview [3:42] A Quantum Reset [4:13] Potential Considerations for Crypto [7:38] The Quantum Threat [11:01] Potential Opportunities for Blockchain & Crypto [13:41] Timelines & Readiness Approaches [19:07] How Blockchain Communities Are Responding [26:15] Preparing for a Post‑Quantum Future [29:26] Final Thoughts & Outro Stay connected with us beyond the podcast by following FCAT on, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X, where we share additional insights and updates on all things emerging tech…
People in this episode
Guest: Mike Dascal
Topics covered
- quantum computing
- cryptography
- digital assets
- blockchain
- post-quantum migration
- security
- decentralization
Keywords
- quantum risk
- threat models
- legacy wallets
- in-flight transactions
- blockchain communities
- network integrity
- post-quantum future
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Fidelity Center for Applied Technology
More episodes of FCAT Crypto Brief™
- Beyond Expiration: Perps, Transparency & The Future of Trading · June 3, 2026 · 26 min
- Securing Crypto: Addressing New Threats on-Chain · May 20, 2026 · 27 min
- Building Blocks: A Conversation with Natalie Brunell · May 6, 2026 · 32 min
- Pay it Forward: The Rise of Agentic Payments On-Chain · April 8, 2026 · 32 min
- What’s Next for OPNEXT? A Conversation with Charlie Spears · March 25, 2026 · 28 min
- SOL of the Network: Speed, Scale & Validation on Solana · March 11, 2026 · 31 min
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the FCAT Crypto Brief™ podcast page.