Trump's Quantum Push Wins Praise, But Experts Warn Bitcoin Isn't Ready

Technology policy attorney Paul Stimers was quoted in a Decrypt article on new executive orders (EOs) that aim to accelerate U.S. quantum research and development and bolster defenses against quantum cyberattacks. Signed June 22, 2026, the EOs move up the deadline for the federal government to adopt post-quantum cryptography (PQC) from 2035 to 2031 and direct agencies to collaborate on developing a cryptographically relevant quantum computer. Mr. Stimers, who leads the Quantum Industry Coalition, commented the orders reflect a growing consensus around the urgency of protecting data as the potential for quantum-based attacks looms. He also characterized the directives, which focus on research, manufacturing, commercialization, deployment and industry engagement, as ambitious but achievable.

"Because adversaries are already stealing encrypted data and holding it until they can decrypt it with a cryptographically relevant quantum computer, the threat is immediate and the time to address it is now," he said. "Migrating to post-quantum encryption and agile cybersecurity takes time. The cybersecurity [executive order] balances urgency with realism."

Mr. Stimers also published a Holland & Knight alert on this topic.

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