Bitcoin Developers Propose Alternative Strategy to Counter Quantum Computing Threat
The Bitcoin community is considering a novel approach to address the potential risks posed by quantum computing. Instead of enforcing a pre-set timeline for freezing vulnerable coins, the proposed 'wait and react' strategy relies on detecting the first quantum attack and responding accordingly. This plan, outlined by BitMEX Research, involves placing a small amount of bitcoin in a special address…
April 16, 2026, 4:23 a.m.