Zcash Plans to Introduce Quantum-Resistant Signatures in January
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On October 9, 2026, CoinDesk reported that Zcash developers plan to add quantum-resistant hash signatures to the network in January of the following year in response to the “bunker mode” alert. However, the developers have not yet confirmed the network activation date for the upgrade. According to the report, the upgrade will initially protect transparent transactions; currently, approximately 70% of issued ZEC is held in the transparent pool. Shielded payments still require separate protection, so this plan does not mean that all types of Zcash payments will receive quantum-resistant protection at the same time.
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- CoinDeskZcash developers set January target for quantum-resistant payments, responding to “bunker mode” alert
Zcash developers plan to add quantum-resistant hash signatures to the network in January, but have not yet confirmed the network activation date. The initial phase of the upgrade will protect transparent transactions; approximately 70% of issued ZEC is held in the transparent pool, while shielded payments will still require separate protection.