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Bitcoin’s Quantum Security Debate Heats Up: Diverging Views on Freeze Mechanisms and Optional Upgrade Paths Emerge

Bitcoin’s Quantum Security Debate Heats Up: Diverging Views on Freeze Mechanisms and Optional Upgrade Paths Emerge

Bitcoin Core developers BIP-361 proposes freezing approximately 5.6 million quantum-vulnerable BTC. Blockstream CEO Adam Back has publicly opposed this move and advocates for an optional upgrade path. The community now faces a fundamental choice between security and decentralization.

Blog Team04/17/2026

BIP-361 Quantum Migration Proposal: Transforming Bitcoin Security Upgrades into Holder Incentives

BIP-361 Quantum Migration Proposal: Transforming Bitcoin Security Upgrades into Holder Incentives

BIP-361 draft officially released, introducing a three-phase migration plan that requires Bitcoin holders to transfer their assets to quantum-resistant addresses within approximately five years. Over 34% of the circulating supplys public keys are now exposed to potential quantum risks.

Blog Team04/15/2026

BIP-360 Deep Dive: How Bitcoin Takes Its First Step Toward Quantum Resistance

BIP-360 Deep Dive: How Bitcoin Takes Its First Step Toward Quantum Resistance

The threat of quantum computing is accelerating. In response, Bitcoin developers have introduced the P2MR output type through the BIP-360 proposal, removing Taproot key paths to reduce the risk of public key exposure. This article examines the mechanism, trade-offs, and industry impact of these changes.

Blog Team03/31/2026

Bitcoin Under the Quantum Shadow: Galaxy Dissects Real Risks and Future Defenses

Bitcoin Under the Quantum Shadow: Galaxy Dissects Real Risks and Future Defenses

Galaxy Head of Research Alex Thorn stated that while quantum computing poses a real threat to Bitcoin, it is not an immediate concern. Currently, only about 7 million BTC with exposed public keys face theoretical risk. Developers are already advancing quantum-resistant upgrades such as BIP 360, so investors do not need to overreact.

Blog Team03/20/2026

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Bitcoin BIP-360 Merge Analysis: The First Technical Defense of the Quantum Era and an In-Depth Look at the P2MR Soft Fork

Bitcoin BIP-360 Merge Analysis: The First Technical Defense of the Quantum Era and an In-Depth Look at the P2MR Soft Fork

Bitcoin BIP-360 (P2MR) proposal has been officially merged, aiming to address the quantum vulnerability in Taproot key paths. This article examines the technical principles, changes in on-chain data, and industry disagreements, and explores potential upgrade paths.

Blog Team03/12/2026

Challenging BIP-110: How a 66kB Image Transaction Tests Bitcoin’s On-Chain Rules and Consensus Mechanisms

Challenging BIP-110: How a 66kB Image Transaction Tests Bitcoin’s On-Chain Rules and Consensus Mechanisms

A Slovak developer has embedded a 66kB image directly onto the Bitcoin blockchain, bypassing restricted opcodes and directly challenging the technical logic of BIP-110. This article breaks down the background, data, and implications of the event.

Blog Team03/02/2026

Is Bitcoin Facing a Quantum Threat? An In-Depth Look at the BIP-360 Proposal and Its Potential Impact on BTC Valuation

Is Bitcoin Facing a Quantum Threat? An In-Depth Look at the BIP-360 Proposal and Its Potential Impact on BTC Valuation

Although the threat of quantum computing has yet to materialize, the introduction of BIP-360 marks a shift for Bitcoin from passive concern to proactive prevention.

Blog Team02/14/2026