On April 1, 2026, Naoris Protocol officially launched its Layer 1 mainnet, a post-quantum blockchain designed to withstand emerging quantum computing threats. The network uses a decentralized Proof of Security (dPoSec) consensus combined with cryptographic standards finalized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in 2024, creating a production-ready environment for securing digital assets and critical systems.
A Production Milestone for Post-Quantum Security
The mainnet is currently in an invite-only phase for strategic partners and validators, following a testnet that successfully mitigated over 603 million threats and processed more than 106 million post-quantum transactions. Nathaniel Szerezla, Chief Growth Officer of Naoris Protocol, stated: “Mainnet represents the transition from proof-of-concept to production infrastructure. The network has already validated over 100 million transactions using post-quantum cryptography. That is not a roadmap promise; it is measured, operational capacity.”
Countering the 'Harvest Now, Decrypt Later' Threat
With quantum computing advancing rapidly — as highlighted by Google's recent research — traditional encryption algorithms face obsolescence. The 'harvest now, decrypt later' strategy allows attackers to collect encrypted data today and decrypt it once quantum computers become powerful enough. Naoris addresses this by operating at the Sub-Zero Layer, extending a security mesh across DeFi protocols, cross-chain bridges, and enterprise cloud networks. Every transaction and wallet is protected against classical cryptographic vulnerabilities, ensuring long-term data immunity.
Regulatory Alignment and Standards Integration
Naoris Protocol integrates NIST-approved cryptography and serves as a reference model for the Post-Quantum Financial Infrastructure Framework (PQFIF) within international regulatory jurisdictions. The European Commission roadmap requires Member States to begin national post-quantum cryptography strategies by 2026, aligning perfectly with the mainnet launch. Currently, access to the validator network is restricted to an invite-only group of strategic partners, investors, and operator candidates, with broader participation expected in future phases.