Bitcoin Developers Propose 'Wait and React' Strategy to Counter Quantum Computing Threats
A recent proposal is sparking debate among Bitcoin developers, suggesting a shift in how the network responds to potential quantum computing threats. Rather than preemptively freezing vulnerable coins, the proposal recommends waiting for an attacker to demonstrate their capabilities, at which point a network-wide restriction would be triggered. This 'wait and react' strategy relies on a 'canary' …
April 16, 2026, 4:23 a.m.