In this episode of The Brainstorm, we dive into the looming threat of quantum computing on Bitcoin's security. Join Sam, Nick, Raye, and Brett as they explore the vulnerabilities in Bitcoin's network, the potential impact of quantum advancements, and the steps the crypto community must take to safeguard the future of digital currencies.

If you know ARK, then you probably know about our long-term research projections, like estimating where we will be 5-10 years from now! But just because we are long-term investors, doesn’t mean we don’t have strong views and opinions on breaking news. In fact, we discuss and debate this every day. So now we’re sharing some of these internal discussions with you in our new video series, “The Brainstorm”, a co-production from ARK and Wolf.financial, and sponsored by Public. Tune in every week as we react to the latest in innovation. Here and there we’ll be joined by special guests, but ultimately this is our chance to join the conversation and share ARK’s quick takes on what’s going on in tech today.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Quantum computing poses a significant threat to Bitcoin by potentially compromising wallet security through reverse engineering of private keys.
• A third of Bitcoin's total supply is vulnerable to quantum attacks, highlighting the urgent need for quantum-resistant security measures.
• The Bitcoin community faces challenges in reaching consensus on implementing new security protocols to counteract quantum threats.
• The timeline for quantum computing advancements remains uncertain, but proactive measures are essential to protect the crypto ecosystem.

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