Google Advances PQC Migration Deadline to 2029

Summary

Google announced PQC migration by 2029, 6 years ahead of NIST. 1M qubits can break 2048-bit RSA in one week.

Key Takeaways

1M qubits can break 2048-bit RSA in one week; Android 17 integrates ML-DSA; HNDL attacks are real now. Google research significantly lowered quantum RSA cracking resource estimates.

Why It Matters

Google, a quantum hardware leader, set 2029 deadline - 6 years ahead of NIST - sending clear industry warning.

PRO Decision

Enterprises: Start cryptographic asset inventory and assess PQC migration paths
Vendors: Prepare PQC migration services
Investors: Watch PQC solution providers