In this episode we are joined by Chris Tam, Head of Partnerships at BTQ, for a discussion about post-quantum blockchain. Learn how quantum computing threatens the security of blockchain networks and what BTQ is doing to address this threat.

Show Notes:

3:15 - Blockchain and its ability to redefine how humans interact with each other

4:31 - What is BTQ and what do they do?

5:10 - Quantum computing and how it impacts digital security

7:54 - Public key cryptography and how it is threatened by quantum computers

12:38 - How far away is this quantum threat?

16:55 - BTQ and their mission to build post-quantum blockchain infrastructure

20:46 - Energy-efficient mining and Proof-of-Work vs Proof-of-Stake

26:56 - BTQ's blockspace-efficient quantum algorithm

37:53 - The DeSci (Decentralized Science) Movement

47:09 - Chris describes his work at BTQ as Head of Partnerships

51:31 - BTQ's future: emphasis on blockchain privacy

53:10 - Zero knowledge proofs

54:32 - How the average person can fight the quantum threat and help BTQ with their mission

57:32 - Chris' desire to make a breakthrough in terms of widespread blockchain adoption

Follow Chris Tam:

🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/_christam96

Follow BTQ:

🔗 Website: https://btq.li/en

🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/btq_ag