Bitcoin Developers Propose 'Wait and React' Strategy to Counter Quantum Computing Threats
A recent proposal is sparking debate among Bitcoin developers, who are considering a novel approach to address the potential threat of quantum computing to the network. Instead of imposing a blanket freeze on vulnerable coins, the plan involves waiting for an attacker to demonstrate their capabilities and then triggering a network-wide response. The 'canary' system, proposed by BitMEX Research, wā¦
April 16, 2026, 4:23 a.m.