Bitcoin's Quantum Conundrum: Adam Back Advocates for Optional Upgrades Over Mandatory Freezes
The specter of quantum computing has sparked intense debate among Bitcoin's prominent developers, yielding divergent perspectives. Blockstream's CEO, Adam Back, emphasized the importance of proactive development of quantum-resistant upgrades during Paris Blockchain Week, despite acknowledging that current quantum computers are still in their experimental phase. He stressed that controlled, increm…
April 16, 2026, 5:51 a.m.