In this episode of The Authentic AI Podcast, host Michael Pierce discusses the rapidly advancing field of quantum computing, its potential risks, and how it might impact encryption security, AI, and blockchain technology. Pierce paints a thought-provoking image of a potential future where quantum computers, through Shor’s Algorithm, decrypt encryptions that traditional computers could acutely take millions of years to break, compromising AI systems and blockchain tech. However, he also offers a ray of hope, pointing out that AI and blockchain are developing defenses like quantum-resistant cryptography, with governments supporting the evolution of post-quantum cryptography standards. Interestingly, AI might play a crucial role in creating these defenses. The show ends on a note of spirited debate, discussing possible futures and the potential impact of quantum computing on technological evolution and digital privacy.