Postquant Labs, the developer behind Quip.Network, said Thursday that it has opened public access to the Quip.Network testnet. The company describes the platform as a quantum-classical blockchain built for distributed computing research.
The testnet allows scientists and developers a shared space to test how quantum computing and blockchain can work together. Postquant Labs said more than 13,000 researchers have already signed up.
Postquant Labs said the goal is to help build safer and stronger digital networks for the future. A testnet is a trial version of a blockchain network and it allows developers and researchers to test new ideas before they move into a live environment.
A test network built for research
Postquant Labs built the Quip.Network’s testnet with support from D-Wave, a company known for its work in quantum computing. Together, the two companies want to see whether quantum technology can one day help blockchain networks run more safely and more efficiently.
The testnet uses both regular computers and quantum computers to solve very difficult problems. It works with D-Wave’s Advantage2 quantum computers together with normal CPUs and GPUs.
These unique quantum computers are excellent when it comes to identifying the optimal choice from numerous possibilities. That’s why they may be used for solving intricate tasks in sectors such as logistics, production, and planning.
Additionally, in certain instances, they may provide faster and more efficient problem-solving compared to conventional computers. But D-Wave quantum computers (like Advantage2) are not the type that break encryption.
The testnet also allows participants to run nodes, submit solutions, and earn QUIP token rewards. The system focuses on solving benchmark optimization problems, which are used to test performance.
Researchers can choose to use quantum computers, regular computers, or both together. This helps the community compare results and understand when quantum computing is more useful.
Built for security and open collaboration
Quip.Network supports multiple blockchains, meaning that there is no need to transfer funds to another blockchain to participate in the ecosystem. The technology will be very convenient for those using such well-known platforms as Ethereum and Solana.
The platform also includes security features designed to protect user assets from future risks linked to quantum computing. Postquant Labs said quantum-resistant wallets are already live on EVM and Solana networks. Meanwhile, support for Bitcoin and other blockchains is still under development.
The project is fully open-source. Code is available on GitHub, and setup guides live on Gitbook. Postquant Labs wants the community to run nodes, review code, and help strengthen the infrastructure.
Richard Carback, chief technology officer and co-founder of Postquant Labs, said quantum advantage should be proven with real results, not just marketing claims.
“We want the community running nodes and helping us harden the infrastructure. We want researchers to challenge our implementations and submit proofs of work optimized for their own processors,” Carback added.
Dr. Trevor Lanting, chief development officer at D-Wave, said, “The convergence of quantum computing and blockchain represents a powerful new frontier for secure, energy-efficient, and distributed computing.”
“Quip.Network’s testnet provides a pathway for researchers to explore, understand and accelerate how quantum computing could enhance blockchain performance,” he added.
Meanwhile, Postquant Labs CEO Colton Dillion said the company wants to make those benefits available through a decentralized network. The huge initial response from almost 13,000 sign-ups proves that there is definite curiosity about putting these theories into practice.
For now, the testnet is not a finished commercial product. Instead, it gives researchers and developers a place to test ideas, check what works, and help build the base for future systems.
Bitcoin and the quantum future
Bitcoin uses cryptographic signatures to protect wallets and transactions. For now, quantum computers are not strong enough to break that security.
Still, projects like Quip.Network are testing post-quantum protections early so stronger defenses can be ready in the future. If that work succeeds, it could help keep Bitcoin and related services safe without changing how people normally use BTC.
The move came shortly after Google’s Quantum AI division published a new whitepaper. It said future quantum computers may need less power than earlier estimates to break the encryption used by many crypto wallets.
That risk is not real today. Still, the findings have pushed the crypto industry to focus more on stronger post-quantum security.