$BTC Developers Propose Quantum-Resistant Upgrade To Protect Network


Casa CTO Jameson Lopp has introduced a Bitcoin Improvement Proposal addressing quantum computer vulnerabilities affecting 25% of all $BTC.


The proposal would sunset quantum-vulnerable address types and create incentives for post-quantum cryptography adoption.


Experts warn quantum computers could reverse engineer private keys within a decade, potentially flooding markets with ancient #Bitcoin.


The upgrade would affect 1 million $BTC believed owned by #SatoshiNakamoto, stored in vulnerable early address formats.


A phased approach would first disallow sending to vulnerable addresses, then prevent spending over five years.


The proposal coincides with the Quantum #Bitcoin Summit in San Francisco, where developers gather to address cryptographic threats.

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July 16, 2025 at 12:48 AM
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