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Bitcoin’s quantum threat is real, but far from an existential crisis, Galaxy says

Developers are already working to address quantum risks, and investors shouldn’t mistake a long-term challenge for an immediate threat, according to Galaxy Digital’s head of research Alex Thorn.

Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Tech

Cathie Wood's Ark Invest says quantum computing is a long-term risk for bitcoin, not an imminent threat

Today’s quantum computers are far from breaking Bitcoin’s cryptography and any real threat would likely emerge gradually, giving the network time to adapt.

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Tech

Vitalik Buterin unveils Ethereum roadmap to counter quantum computing threat

This move comes shortly after the Ethereum Foundation established a dedicated post-quantum research team to study the issue.

Vitalik Buterin (CoinDesk)

Finance

To freeze or not to freeze: Satoshi and the $440 billion in bitcoin threatened by quantum computing

As quantum computing inches closer to reality, nearly 7 million bitcoin, including Satoshi Nakamoto’s 1 million coins, are potentially at risk.

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Galaxy CEO Mike Novogratz doesn't see quantum as big threat for bitcoin

CEO Mike Novogratz said that the profit-taking trend among early bitcoin adopters is real, indicating weakening conviction in the "HODLing" philosophy.

Galaxy founder Mike Novogratz (Shutterstock)

Tech

Quantum threat gets real: Ethereum Foundation prioritizes security with leanVM and PQ signatures

Earlier in January, the Ethereum Foundation formally elevated post-quantum security to a strategic priority, creating a dedicated Post-Quantum team.

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Tech

Bitcoin's Quantum threat is ‘real but distant,’ says Wall Street analyst as doomsday debate rages on

Wall Street broker Benchmark argued the crypto network has ample time to evolve as quantum risks shift from theory to risk management.

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Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood drops bitcoin for gold on quantum computing concern

Christopher Wood, Jefferies' global head of equity strategy, swapped a 10% bitcoin allocation with gold on concern quantum computing could weaken bitcoin’s security case.

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Finance

Post-quantum crypto startup Project Eleven raises $20 million in funding round

The Series A round was led by Castle Island Ventures with participation from Coinbase Ventures.

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The Protocol: Vitalik Buterin flags stablecoin design flaws

Also: Zcash token falls after developer quits, Smart Cashtags and BTC quantum computing defense

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