Bitcoin Developers Propose a 'Wait and React' Strategy to Counter Quantum Computing Threats
A radical approach to addressing the potential threat of quantum computing to the Bitcoin network has been put forward by developers, who suggest that instead of imposing a pre-emptive freeze on vulnerable coins, the network should wait for an attacker to demonstrate their capabilities before taking action. This 'wait and react' strategy relies on a 'canary' system, which involves placing a small…
April 16, 2026, 4:23 a.m.