Quantum Computing: How Safe Is Your Bitcoin? | Hunter Beast

In this episode, Hunter Beast joins the show to discuss the quantum threat to Bitcoin, his BIP-360 proposal to address the existential problem, and the spectrum of Bitcoiners that are more or less vulnerable. We also delve into balancing Bitcoin rights and principles with crucial updates, the development process getting BIP-360 implemented before Q-Day, and more. Enjoy!

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 The Quantum Threat to Bitcoin
05:33 Pre vs Post-Quantum Cryptography
10:25 The Big Threat of Quantum
12:17 Ads (Core, Ledger)
13:42 BIP-360
20:06 Spectrum of Vulnerability
27:32 Q-Day Emergency
30:52 Quantum Recovery Proposals
34:03 Ads (Core, Ledger)
35:30 Quantum Recovery Proposals
37:34 Securing Bitcoin Property Rights
43:20 Sometimes Bitcoin Needs to Change
45:18 Balancing Crucial Updates with Core Principles
53:00 Bitcon’s Social Contract & Soft Forks
57:11 BIP-360 & the Bitcoin Development Process
01:07:41 Learn More About Hunter

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