The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has selected the Hybrid Quantum-classical (HQC) algorithm as the fifth candidate for its post-quantum encryption standards. This decision comes at a time of heightened concern over the security of encryption protocols in an era where quantum computing capabilities are rapidly advancing. Some industry experts question the trustworthiness of NIST's choices due to internal politics, and there are calls for the adoption of multiple quantum-resistant algorithms to mitigate potential future vulnerabilities. With the urgency of quantum threats looming, the suggestion is made to begin transitioning to these new algorithms immediately to secure data that could be at risk from future quantum decryption capabilities.