AI cryptanalysis capabilities could benefit from post-quantum cryptography transition

The industry is undergoing a historic shift from traditional cryptographic algorithms based on EC and RSA toward post-quantum alternatives. Security researcher Matthew Green noted that this transition represents an ideal moment for AI systems to advance their cryptanalysis capabilities. Should the new cryptographic problems prove robust, this development could strengthen confidence in security solutions and foster more rigorous cryptographic research. Anthropic has been actively exploring these research directions.