Nine crypto organizations have teamed up to answer a question the industry has mostly been answering with marketing copy: what does “quantum-resistant” actually mean?

The group, called the Quantum Alliance, launched on October 15-16, 2026. Its stated mission is to define and test quantum-resistant standards for blockchain networks, and to make anyone claiming quantum resistance prove it against verifiable criteria.

The founding members include leaders from Quantus, American Fortress and Intmax, alongside other blockchain organizations that round out the group of nine.

The alliance says it will produce open definitions and standards for post-quantum readiness. The focus areas include transaction signatures and key management, the two places…