Bitcoin’s Quantum Vulnerability

Bitcoin, Fiat & Rock'n'Roll

Will Quantum Computers Break Bitcoin? A Deep Dive into Crypto’s Biggest Security Challenge

Quantum computing is no longer a distant prospect; it’s a reality. In this episode, co-host Michael Blaschke explores two significant developments that are impacting the relationship between quantum computing and blockchain: Google’s 105-qubit Willow chip and Ethereum’s proactive initiative for quantum resistance, known as "The Splurge."

Based on insights from his recent study at the FERI Cognitive Finance Institute, titled "Quantenzeitalter: Quantencomputing als Gamechanger für Finanz- und Realwirtschaft," Michael discusses the implications of quantum computing for both traditional finance and the cryptocurrency sector. The episode simplifies complex quantum concepts, highlighting how quantum computing poses both challenges and opportunities for traditional finance and crypto.

Key topics include:

• Understanding Google’s Willow chip and its breakthrough capabilities
• The fundamental differences between quantum and classical computing
• How quantum computers could theoretically break current cryptographic systems
• Bitcoin’s existing defense mechanisms against quantum threats
• The crypto community’s response and preparation strategies
• Vitalik Buterin’s vision for a quantum-resistant Ethereum
• Practical implications for investors, institutions, and developers

Bitcoin, Fiat & Rock'n'Roll Website

Bitcoin, Fiat & Rock'n'Roll Telegram Channel

FERI press release “Quantum computing: game changer for a new information age”

Michael’s analysis “Quantenzeitalter: Quantencomputing als Gamechanger für Finanz- und Realwirtschaft” published by FERI as a Cognitive Comment in German

Recent post by Vitalik Buterin: “Possible futures of the Ethereum protocol, part 6: The Splurge"

Google press release “Meet Willow, our state-of-the-art quantum chip”

Research paper “Quantum Attacks on Bitcoin, and How to Protect Against Them”

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Kapitel

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Quantum-Market 2035 (00:01:44)

3. What makes quantum-computing so special and why is Google's Willow-chip so special? (00:03:18)

4. Quantum-Computing vs- Classical-Computic (00:07:28)

5. How Quantum-Computers could break Cryptography (00:09:25)

6. Bitcoins current defense mechanisms (00:14:57)

7. Reaction of the Crypto-Community (00:18:37)

8. What's at stake? (00:23:17)

9. Market stabilty and opportunities (00:26:21)

10. Wrap-up (00:27:18)