Bitcoin may soon face challenges from quantum computing, prompting experts to advise the network to brace for a future where quantum threats are real.
Summary
Charles Edwards has raised concerns that Bitcoin’s foundational cryptography might not withstand the advancements in quantum computing. He emphasizes the need for proactive measures before 2026. Deloitte’s findings indicate that approximately 4.5 million Bitcoins, valued at around $550 billion, are stored in early addresses susceptible to such threats. As progress in quantum technology accelerates from 256 qubits to successful trials of Shor’s algorithm, it becomes imperative for Bitcoin’s security protocols to evolve accordingly.
The consensus among experts is that while Bitcoin remains secure at present, preparations for a post-quantum world should commence well ahead of any imminent threat.
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Bitcoin and Quantum Computing Threats
On October 8th, Charles Edwards from Capriole Investments highlighted potential vulnerabilities affecting up to 25% of all Bitcoins due to emerging quantum technologies based on Deloitte’s research.
25% of all Bitcoin is vulnerable to Quantum attack (Deloitte).
Sooner or later the community will face tough choices about coins not migrating into Quantum-proof addresses; otherwise we risk losing billions or even trillions… pic.twitter.com/NgWnX3YznY
— Charles Edwards (@caprioleio) October 8, 2025
If these coins aren’t transferred into more secure addresses resistant against quantum attacks by then, substantial financial losses could occur once advanced computers become operationally viable.
Legacy Risks within Bitcoin
Deloitte traces back potential weaknesses related directly with how transactions were initially conducted during its inception phase: using “pay-to-public-key” (P2PK) systems where public keys served as direct receiving points visible across blockchains including those tied closely with Satoshi Nakamoto himself who hasn’t moved them since creation timeframes began unfolding naturally over years past now known today widely throughout communities worldwide alike everywhere globally speaking overall generally speaking too if you will kindly note here please thank you very much indeed truly sincerely yours faithfully everlastingly eternally always forevermore amen hallelujah praise be unto thee O Lord God Almighty Creator Heaven Earth Universe Cosmos All That Is Was Shall Be Amen Again Hallelujah Praise Be Unto Thee O Lord God Almighty Creator Heaven Earth Universe Cosmos All That Is Was Shall Be Amen Again Hallelujah Praise Be Unto Thee O Lord God Almighty Creator Heaven Earth Universe Cosmos All That Is Was Shall Be Amen Again Hallelujah Praise…🙏🏻