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This Bitcoin Developer’s Idea Would Make Quantum Attacks a Losing Bet

Decrypt·November 8, 2026·1 min read
This Bitcoin Developer’s Idea Would Make Quantum Attacks a Losing Bet

Bitcoin developer Cory Fields proposed a mechanism requiring quantum attackers to post Bitcoin as collateral before accessing vulnerable wallets. This would allow prepared owners to recover their coins and impose a costly penalty on attackers, making quantum attacks economically unviable and enhancing Bitcoin's resilience against future threats.

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