The cryptography advisory committee convened by Coinbase believes that quantum computers currently do not pose an immediate threat to blockchain, but the Bitcoin community should begin planning for post-quantum signature migration. Reports indicate that approximately 6.7 million BTC may face future quantum attack risks, with about 1.7 million of those located at early addresses, many of which are believed to be associated with Satoshi Nakamoto or lost private keys. The current controversy centers on whether assets at vulnerable addresses that have not migrated to quantum-resistant signatures should be frozen or restricted in the future. However, the committee declined to choose a single optimal solution, stating that the relevant decisions should be made by the Bitcoin community, but preparations for the technical migration to post-quantum signatures should begin as early as possible. (CoinDesk)

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RouterWhisperer
· 10h ago
If Satoshi's coins are cracked by quantum computing, does that count as Satoshi himself revealing his presence? A philosophical question.
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MevHasMeCompletelyConfused.
· 10h ago
1.7 million early addresses—how is this number calculated? Curious about the statistical scope/definition.
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GateUser-ecf4759e
· 10h ago
The committee says “prepare as soon as possible” but doesn’t provide a plan—typical academic passing the buck, haha
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GateUser-ecded933
· 10h ago
Quantum threats sound scary, but if the day ever comes when 6.7 million BTC can truly be cracked, the crypto world would have already changed forever.
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