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Coinbase's custodial holdings represent a significant concentration of Bitcoin, making the exchange a critical node in the global effort to prepare for quantum threats. The company is shifting from passive storage to active collaboration with developers to design post-quantum signature schemes that maintain security without compromising Bitcoin's core protocol. This strategic pivot highlights how large-scale asset custody is becoming a primary driver for advancing practical quantum-resistant cryptography in real-world applications.

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Coinbase holds about 15% of all BTC. Quantum Computing In Focus.

Quantum ZeitgeistOctober 15, 20267 min read

Coinbase, one of the largest custodians, currently safeguards roughly 15% of all Bitcoin in existence.

Coinbase holds approximately 15% of all Bitcoin currently in circulation, making the exchange a critical focal point as the cryptocurrency world prepares for the advent of cryptographically resistant quantum computing. For over 13 years, Coinbase has earned the trust of major financial institutions by safeguarding digital assets at scale. The company is now sharing its perspective on Bitcoin’s post-quantum readiness, believing Coinbase frames a successful migration as a multi-year process requiring a comprehensive strategy that protects funds and preserves Bitcoin’s core principles. Coinbase estimates that approximately fifteen percent of all BTC in existence is held by the company, making it one of the largest crypto custodians in the world. This assessment stems from the company’s internal analysis of the risks facing its institutional clients and its own custodial holdings, and informs its proactive engagement with the broader…

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