Experts at Bernstein have highlighted the potential threat of quantum computing to Bitcoin, emphasizing that while it is a credible risk, it is still manageable. The warning comes as recent advancements in quantum technology have accelerated the timeline for potential attacks on modern cryptography.
Meanwhile, the Drift hack has revealed a complex six-month operation involving fake identities and in-person meetings, forcing a reckoning in the decentralized finance industry. In other news, the Solana Foundation has launched a contrarian ad campaign, and Alchemy has introduced a new AI tool to facilitate interoperability between different payment systems.