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Key Takeaways
Quantum computers could break Bitcoin's encryption using "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks
25-30% of all BTC (6-7M coins) sit in vulnerable legacy addresses
AI + quantum synergy may accelerate the threat timeline
Post-quantum solutions (BIP-360, STARKs, Naoris Protocol) are emerging but face adoption hurdles
Experts debate urgency: Optimists say 2035+ | Pessimists warn 5-10 years
The Quantum Countdown Has Started
David Carvalho, a former hacker turned cybersecurity CEO (Naoris Protocol), warns that Bitcoin’s SHA-256 and ECDSA encryption could crumble under quantum computing. His concern centers on:
🔐 "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later"
Attackers are hoarding encrypted transaction data today
Future quantum machines could crack private keys in minutes using Shor’s algorithm
⚡ AI’s Accelerating Role
Machine learning could identify cryptographic weaknesses
Quantum + AI combo might shorten the threat timeline drastically
"This isn’t a distant ‘someday’—it’s a narrowing window," says Carvalho.
Bitcoin’s Vulnerabilities: By the Numbers
📉 25-30% of BTC Supply at Risk
6-7M BTC ($700B+ at current prices) sit in P2PK/reused addresses
These expose public keys, making them prime targets
⚙ Quantum Computing Threshold
Breaking ECDSA in 1 hour requires:
13M logical qubits
300M+ physical qubits (with error correction)
Google’s Willow chip shows exponential progress
🛡 Government Warnings
NIST & NSA urge post-quantum migration by 2030-2035
The "Silent Collapse" Scenario
Carvalho predicts an invisible crisis—not a loud hack, but a creeping erosion of trust:
1️⃣ Undetectable thefts: Funds move without trace
2️⃣ Consensus manipulation: AI could fake network signals
3️⃣ Market panic: Sudden loss of confidence in BTC’s immutability
"There won’t be a livestream of Bitcoin breaking. It’ll be a slow bleed."
Fighting Back: Post-Quantum Solutions
1. BIP-360 (P2QRH)
Hybrid quantum-resistant addresses
Gradual migration path without hard forks
2. Naoris Protocol’s Sub-Zero Layer
48-hour deployment on EVM chains
Real-time quantum threat detection
3. STARK-Based ZK Rollups
Hash-based proofs immune to quantum attacks
Challenge: Decentralization makes upgrades slow. Even after fixes, millions must migrate coins manually.
Industry Divide: Alarm vs. Optimism
🔴 Worst-Case View (Carvalho)
Quantum attacks viable in 5-10 years
Without action, $700B+ BTC could be stolen
🟢 Counterarguments (Michael Saylor, etc.)
"Quantum threats are overhyped marketing."
Bitcoin can upgrade encryption if needed
Tech giants won’t release self-destructive quantum machines
Middle Ground: Most experts agree preparation beats panic—but delays risk a chaotic transition.
What’s Next?Monitor quantum computing milestones (qubit stability/scaling)
Track BTC core dev discussions on post-quantum upgrades
Move coins from legacy addresses (P2PK/P2PKH → modern wallets)
"The best defense starts today," urges Carvalho. "Wait too long, and ‘upgrade’ becomes ‘damage control.’"
Final Thought: Whether the threat arrives in 2030 or 2050, quantum-resistant cryptography is inevitable. Bitcoin’s survival hinges on proactive adaptation—without fracturing its decentralized ethos.
#quantum #quantumcomputers #QuantumCrypto #GoogleCrypto #David

Trump Appoints David Sacks as AI and Crypto Czar

President-elect Donald Trump has announced via Truth Social the appointment of entrepreneur and investor David O. Sacks as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.”
In this newly created role, Sacks will lead policy initiatives in artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, areas Trump describes as “critical to the future of American competitiveness.”
A prominent figure in Silicon Valley, Sacks, a Stanford-educated former COO of Paypal, co-founded venture capital firm Craft Ventures and has played a key role in scaling companies like Yammer, later acquired by Microsoft.
Trump highlighted Sacks’ mandate to advance U.S. leadership in AI and cryptocurrency while addressing issues like online free speech, tech industry bias, and legal clarity for crypto markets.
Sacks, also a producer of the films “Thank You for Smoking” and “Dalíland,” is set to lead the Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology.
His diverse background across tech, entertainment, and policy positions him as a notable choice for the intersection of emerging technologies and national governance.
Trump‘s announcement signals a focus on technology-driven growth and regulatory reform as key pillars of his administration.
#Trump #David #CryptoCzar #cryptomarket #CryptoNews

In a recent discussion about the circulating supply of XRP, Rippe CTO David Schwartz draws parallels with Bitcoin and the coins attributed to its mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. His remarks highlighted the complexity of defining what constitutes "circulating supply"in the crpto landscape. 🌆
#David "JoelKatz" Schwartz
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#David Sacks, Trump’s new Crypto Czar, says the U.S. government could’ve made $17B more if they just HODL’d their seized Bitcoin instead of panic-selling. 🤦‍♂️

Now, Trump wants to stop the sell-offs and turn the $BTC stash into a national reserve. 🇺🇸💰

Meanwhile, the U.S. still holds 198,100 BTC (~$18.4B), but will they diamond-hand it or keep selling like a degen with paper hands? 🤔