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How Quantum Computing Could Transform Bitcoin Security

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


As quantum computing advances, Bitcoin faces new challenges regarding its security and mining process.

Risks of Quantum Computing for Bitcoin

A recent CryptoQuant report examines how modern quantum algorithms could disrupt Bitcoin's proof-of-work system. The report raises concerns about the network's future resilience.

Mining Acceleration vs. Security Risks

Bitcoin mining involves computationally intensive tasks that rely on the SHA-256 hash function. Quantum computers could significantly speed up this process using algorithms like Grover's, allowing miners to find valid hashes faster than with traditional systems. This could accelerate mining but also pose a threat to the proof-of-work security model. CryptoQuant experts explain: "CITE_NA": *A higher amount of non-quantum computing hash rate helps keep the network healthier and more resistant to this potential threat.*

Proactive Measures for Network Protection

Bitcoin's shift to P2PKH addresses is part of proactive security measures to address the evolving quantum threats.

As quantum technologies develop, the importance of proactive measures to protect the Bitcoin network becomes increasingly significant.

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