At ETH Denver, developers warned that advances in quantum computing could threaten Bitcoin’s digital signatures as the industry continues to debate how to prepare.

The Bitcoin network took its first step towards quantum-computing resistance with the addition of BIP 360 to its repository.

Eventually, Quantum computing is expected to change everything; older security protocols will fall to the wayside unless updated as the race continues between ...

Crypto thrives on cutting-edge technology, but quantum computing could challenge the cryptographic foundations that keep Bitcoin secure. As quantum advancements accelerate, concerns about risks to ...

These dormant holdings, often called Nakamoto’s coins, have never been spent, and now, they are at the center of a growing debate, which isn’t just about influence but also about a potential future ...

What is the Q-Day prize? The Q-Day Prize is a challenge to make the Bitcoin network quantum resistant. On April 16, 2025, quantum computing-focused company Project 11 announced the “Q-Day Prize,” a ...