Quantum Computer Canary

[NOOMA-42]

Open Task RFP for Quantum Computer Canary

Executive Summary

• Project Overview: Quantum Computer Canary

Project Details

• Scope of Work: Blog post and PoC if possible
• Expected Outcomes: PoC and blog post estimating the quantum resources needed to break Ethereum's cryptosystem and evaluating the prospects of various physical implementations of quantum computers. Expected timeline of such attack

Qualifications

• Skills Required: Knowledge about quantum computer and ability to break prequantum algo e.g. Shor
• Preferred Qualifications: Have previous experience implement post quantum algo

Administrative Details

• Grant Liaison(s): TO BE FILLED OUT
• Estimated Project Duration: 150 hrs (adjustable)
• Project Complexity: Hard

Additional Information

• Relevant Tags: Post Quantum
• Reference Material:
  https://ethresear.ch/t/how-to-hard-fork-to-save-most-users-funds-in-a-quantum-emergency/18901/16

Submission Details

• Proposal Deadline: The deadline for submitting proposals is the end of this round of the Acceleration Program. Refer to current round
• Submission Instructions: Please submit your proposal as an issue and link back to this issue in your proposal. Refer to proposal template for more details.

[p51lee]

Hello, I am not an expert in the Ethereum ecosystem, but I have a strong interest in quantum computing and algorithms. Therefore, I am considering a project focused on the "Quantum Computer Canary" aspect. This project would involve estimating the quantum resources needed to break Ethereum's cryptosystem and evaluating the prospects of various physical implementations of quantum computers (such as trapped ions, superconductors, etc.). However, my project will likely not include recommendations for a safe exit protocol for Ethereum. Is it okay to submit such a proposal?

[NOOMA-42]

It's okay, I can exclude the safe exit part. let me fill out the rest of the detail of this task. At the same time you can submit your proposal.

Hello, I am not an expert in the Ethereum ecosystem, but I have a strong interest in quantum computing and algorithms. Therefore, I am considering a project focused on the "Quantum Computer Canary" aspect. This project would involve estimating the quantum resources needed to break Ethereum's cryptosystem and evaluating the prospects of various physical implementations of quantum computers (such as trapped ions, superconductors, etc.). However, my project will likely not include recommendations for a safe exit protocol for Ethereum. Is it okay to submit such a proposal?

[YashBit]

@NOOMA-42 Hi, I would like to pursue this after my 3 PRs are accepted by cedoor

Will send in the proposal soon.

[NOOMA-42]

We'll only accept proposal after your previous project finished

@NOOMA-42 Hi, I would like to pursue this after my 3 PRs are accepted by cedoor

Will send in the proposal soon.

[YashBit]

@p51lee Hey, are you on discord. Let me know if you would like to chat.

[NOOMA-42]

Hey @p51lee, I've been struggling to find a suitable reviewer for a while now. If you know anyone who might be able to review this proposal, please let me know and I can try to coordinate with them. Also, if you'd like to discuss this in real-time, feel free to join our Discord chat.