This week, Bitcoin’s evolving battle with quantum computing risks took center stage alongside dynamic market shifts driven by whale activity and institutional maneuvers. We explored the complex interplay between Bitcoin’s technical resilience—highlighting upgrades like BIP 360 and Lifeboat—and the mounting pressure privacy tools face amid regulatory scrutiny. Institutional treasury companies and sovereign adopters continued to reshape the landscape, while grassroots initiatives and mining innovations showed Bitcoin’s expanding social and environmental footprint. Our deep dive examined the latest protocol upgrades aimed at quantum resistance, connecting them with community governance and future-proofing strategies. Featuring content from .