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The Quantum Computing Threat Bitcoin Can’t Ignore Forever

A new report from the Human Rights Foundation warns that advances in quantum computing pose a credible, near‑term threat to Bitcoin’s cryptographic security. The analysis argues that quantum algorithms could eventually break the elliptic‑curve signatures that protect Bitcoin transactions, exposing the network to potential theft or disruption. Researchers stress that the Bitcoin community must begin transitioning to quantum‑resistant protocols before quantum hardware reaches sufficient scale. The report calls for coordinated industry action, including funding for post‑quantum research and proactive upgrades to the protocol.