A recent demonstration on a 64-qubit trapped-ion hardware has successfully applied counterdiabatic quantum optimization to protein folding, marking a significant milestone in the field. The experiment utilized a fully connected Barium development system, similar to the upcoming IonQ Tempo line, to optimize lattice protein-folding on six peptide sequences with 14-16 amino-acid residues. This achievement showcases the potential of quantum computing in tackling complex problems like protein folding, which has significant implications for various fields, including cryptography1. The use of bias-field digitized counterdiabatic quantum optimization (BF-DCQO) on a large-scale quantum system highlights the progress being made in quantum technology. As quantum developments continue to advance, the timeline for migrating to post-quantum cryptography narrows, increasing the urgency for planning and implementation. This development matters to practitioners as it underscores the need for prompt action in preparing for the transition to quantum-resistant cryptographic systems.