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Hayes: quantum threat to Bitcoin is overstated, focus on address hygiene

  • —Hayes called the quantum threat "overstated" in an interview with The Rollup
  • —Key defenses are avoiding address reuse and using newer signature schemes
  • —Risk is concentrated among users with poor wallet management
  • —Europol has urged a phased shift to post-quantum cryptography
Why it matters: The quantum debate shapes Bitcoin custody strategies and network plans to migrate to post-quantum signatures.
Source: TokenPost