Bitcoin Developers Propose 'Wait and React' Strategy to Counter Quantum Computing Threats
The Bitcoin community is considering a novel approach to address the potential threat of quantum computing, which could compromise the security of the network. Instead of implementing a pre-scheduled freeze on vulnerable coins, the proposed 'wait and react' strategy would only trigger a network-wide restriction if a quantum-capable attacker demonstrates their capability on-chain. This approach is…
April 16, 2026, 4:23 a.m.