quantum computing
The Protocol: Bernstein says quantum threat to Bitcoin is real but manageable
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Quantum threat to Bitcoin is real, but manageable, according to Wall Street broker Bernstein
The broker said advances in quantum computing are accelerating the timeline for crypto risk, but argued Bitcoin faces a multi-year upgrade cycle, not an existential crisis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
