Google's new quantum chip, Willow, could potentially threaten cryptocurrency security in a decade.

Google's new quantum chip, Willow, has improved computation speed and accuracy, raising concerns it could eventually break the algorithms used in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. However, Google says it's at least 10 years away from quantum technology that can decode cryptocurrencies. The crypto industry is already developing quantum-resistant algorithms to ensure safety against future quantum attacks.

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