Quantum deadline is closer than we think?
Recent government moves on post-quantum security give crypto until ~2030 to upgrade. Makes me wonder how this could affect BTC's long-term value proposition.
Deadline for crypto to get quantum-proof
Just read that the US is now requiring a switch to post-quantum cryptography by 2031. That's not far off when you think about how long crypto upgrades take. Bitcoin's security relies on ECDSA signatures – exactly the kind of thing quantum computers could break. 🤔
Some reports warn that by 2030, a powerful enough quantum machine might exist, putting millions of BTC at risk if the network hasn't upgraded. Makes me question whether we'll see a shift toward quantum-resistant coins before then, or if Bitcoin itself will fork to adapt.
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