Banks Are Breaking📉Algorand CEO Explains AI Threat

The Paul Barron Crypto Show · Oct 22, 2026 · 25m · transcript

Algorand CEO William Herkelrath explains why banks are unprepared for AI-driven hacks and the coming quantum threat. We cover recent bank breaches, KYC data leaks, and what it takes to protect customer money. He also breaks down Algorand’s plan for post-quantum security.

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00:00 Intro

00:10 Sponsor: Tangem

01:15 Are banks ready for quantum?

02:10 Government deadline?

04:10 Q-Day arrives before Quantum?

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