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Proof emerges that a quantum computer can outperfo...
Snuffle is symmetric key encryption, and yes, it's a well-known construction. However, you previously suggested that an
asymmetric
encryption scheme (with public and private keys) could be constructed using a hash.
EGreg
on Sept 29, 2019
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oh, right. It’s only good for signing and random number generation, not encryption.
Still that’s plenty useful! It can be used for blockchains and crypto currency.
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