Developers are betting on the Bitcoin proposal BIP-360 to reduce quantum risk.

Most Bitcoin developers believe that quantum computers do not pose an immediate threat to the network, as machines powerful enough to break current cryptography are unlikely to appear for decades to come. However, critics worry that Bitcoin still lacks a clear roadmap, given that governments and large corporations have already begun to move toward quantum-resistant systems.

The debate isn't about short-term risk, but about long-term risk. Bitcoin currently uses elliptic curve cryptography, which could be vulnerable in a theoretical scenario when quantum computers become fully capable. This is particularly sensitive for coins held in old addresses that have never been moved.

BIP-360 is proposed as a proactive preparatory step, introducing quantum-resistant address formats and allowing users to gradually transition over time. Proponents emphasize that the question isn't "when quantum arrives," but whether Bitcoin is ready to adapt as cryptographic standards change—a factor increasingly attracting institutional investment.

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