Divided Opinion on Bitcoin's Quantum Computing Conundrum: Adam Back Advocates for Optional Upgrades
A growing divide has emerged among prominent Bitcoin developers regarding the threat posed by quantum computing. Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, addressed attendees at Paris Blockchain Week, emphasizing the importance of building optional quantum-resistant upgrades for Bitcoin. This approach is in contrast to a proposal by Jameson Lopp, which involves freezing vulnerable coins on a fixed timeline.…
April 16, 2026, 5:51 a.m.