Bitcoin Developers Propose Alternative Plan to Counter Quantum Computing Threat
The Bitcoin community is considering a novel approach to address the potential threat of quantum computing to the network's security. Instead of implementing a pre-emptive freeze on vulnerable coins, the proposal involves a 'wait and react' strategy, where the network would only take action if a quantum-capable attacker demonstrates their capabilities. This approach is based on a 'canary' system,…
April 16, 2026, 4:23 a.m.