New toolkit and ecosystem token mark major step toward quantum-safe blockchain infrastructure

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 3, 2026) - 01 Quantum Inc. (TSXV: ONE) (OTCQB: OONEF) ("01 Quantum" or the "Company"), one of the first-to-market, enterprise level cybersecurity providers for the quantum computing era, today announced the launch of $qONE token and the Layer 1 Migration Toolkit, developed in collaboration with qLABS, a crypto foundation focused on securing digital assets against future quantum computing threats.

In conjunction with the $qONE token launch, qLABS confirmed the full rollout schedule for both the $qONE ecosystem token and the Layer 1 Migration Toolkit:

• February 06, 2026 - $qONE token issuance on Hyperliquid

• End of March, 2026 - Layer 1 Migration Toolkit availability

Addressing the Quantum Threat to Blockchains

Most blockchain networks today rely on classical cryptographic algorithms such as ECDSA, which are expected to become vulnerable once sufficiently powerful quantum computers emerge, a milestone often referred to as Q-Day. While post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) algorithms have now been standardized by NIST, upgrading existing Layer 1 blockchains remains a significant engineering and governance challenge.

The Layer 1 Migration Toolkit addresses this gap by providing a phased, production-ready framework that enables smart-contract-based blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, Hyperliquid, and major stablecoins, to transition toward quantum-resistant security without disrupting existing infrastructure.

The toolkit builds on 01 Quantum's patented and patent-pending technologies, including its Quantum Crypto Wrapper (QCW) and Quantum DeFi Wrapper (QDW) with a "PQC Circuit Breaker", combining post-quantum cryptography with zero-knowledge proofs to maintain on-chain efficiency, scalability, and compatibility.

A Phased Migration Framework

The Layer 1 Migration Toolkit introduces a three-phase approach to quantum-safe upgrades:

1. Immediate asset protection through Quantum-Sig smart contract wallet technology, enabling users to secure assets before full chain-level migration

2. Post-quantum architecture design, aligning cryptographic performance requirements with validators, developers, and ecosystem constraints
3. Implementation and activation, integrating post-quantum cryptography with zero-knowledge proofs, alongside testing, audits, and coordinated rollout

This phased model allows blockchains to begin mitigating quantum risk today while avoiding forced hard forks or disruptive user experience changes.

$qONE Token and Ecosystem Utility

The $qONE token is a quantum-resistant ecosystem token that powers the qONE Security Protocol. It is designed to enable access to quantum-safe transaction verification, support Quantum-Sig wallet functionality, and align incentives across developers, validators, and users.

$qONE will be issued on Hyperliquid on February 6th, representing one of the earliest quantum-resistant security tokens deployed on the platform.

Leadership Commentary

"Quantum computing poses a systemic risk to today's blockchain security model," said Andrew Cheung, CEO of 01 Quantum and CTO of qLABS. "The Layer 1 Migration Toolkit delivers a realistic, deployable path for blockchains to prepare for Q-Day using post-quantum cryptography without sacrificing performance."

"By combining enterprise-grade post-quantum security with Web3-native deployment, we are enabling quantum safety where liquidity and users already exist," said Antanas Guoga (Tony G), President of qLABS.

About 01 Quantum Inc.

01 Quantum Inc., formerly 01 Communique Laboratory Inc. (TSXV: ONE) (OTCQB: OONEF), is known for its innovative work in post-quantum cybersecurity (PQC), developing technologies designed to protect digital systems against emerging quantum computing threats. The Company's IronCAP™ and supporting technologies are integrated into its PQC solutions, enabling applications across security-sensitive environments including digital assets, AI systems, email security, and enterprise infrastructure. IronCAP™ technologies are patent-protected in the U.S.A. by patents #11,271,715 and #11,669,833.

For more information, visit the Company's website at https://01quantuminc.com or https://01com.com

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About qLABS

qLABS is the first quantum-native crypto foundation, developing blockchain solutions that are resistant to quantum computing threats. With a focus on post-quantum security, qLABS builds infrastructure that will protect Web3 from Q-Day and beyond.

For more information visit qONE website at https://qonetoken.io and X at https://x.com/qlabsofficial

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