Ripple and XRP Ledger Foundation Partner With Project Eleven for Post-Quantum Security

Ripple and the XRP Ledger Foundation have partnered with quantum security firm Project Eleven to begin preparing the XRP Ledger for the future threat posed by advanced quantum computers. The collaboration, announced this week, will involve a comprehensive audit of the network's infrastructure and the development of new cryptographic protections.

The initiative aims to move post-quantum security from theoretical research to practical implementation. The work will include a full assessment of the ledger's validator, custody, wallet, and network layers to identify potential quantum vulnerabilities. Following the audit, the plan is to develop and deploy hybrid signature systems. These systems would layer new, quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms on top of the existing security standards, allowing for a gradual transition without requiring an immediate, full-scale overhaul of the network.

Project Eleven CEO Alex Pruden stated that while most blockchain discussions about quantum risk remain academic, this partnership treats it as a practical engineering challenge. The goal is to produce working code, performance benchmarks, and a clear roadmap for deployment. J. Ayo Akinyele,...