Microsoft’s Majorana 1 quantum chip could break encryption and expose your data to hackers

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By Brian FagioliFeb 19, 2025, 8:39 pm209 ptsTop
Microsoft is moving closer to quantum computing supremacy with its Majorana 1 chip, a development that could change cybersecurity forever. While the Windows-maker touts this as progress, the reality is far more concerning. The encryption that protects banking transactions, government data, and personal…

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