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Bitcoin faces an urgent security gap regarding post-quantum cryptography consensus compared to Ethereum and Solana, which could allow private key derivation within nine minutes of a functional quantum computer's arrival. The potential requirement for 305 days of network downtime during protocol updates highlights the operational risks inherent in upgrading legacy blockchain infrastructure against this emerging threat. While timelines vary between industry experts, the lack of unified action on Bitcoin specifically distinguishes its vulnerability profile from other major chains and traditional financial institutions preparing advisory boards.
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Fundstrat’s Tom Lee warns Bitcoin lags behind Ethereum, Solana in preparing for quantum computing threats, potentially exposing keys in 9 minutes.

Bitcoin faces a potential security threat from quantum computing that could expose private keys in as little as nine minutes, according to Fundstrat co-founder Tom Lee. While networks…

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