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Michael Saylor: Quantum Computing Won't Break Bitcoin, It Will Make It Stronger

MarketDash Editorial Team
11 hours ago
Strategy Inc. executive chairman Michael Saylor believes quantum computing poses no existential threat to Bitcoin. Instead, he argues the technology will force a network upgrade that enhances security and reduces supply, ultimately strengthening the cryptocurrency.

The quantum computing doomsday scenario for Bitcoin keeps making headlines, but Strategy Inc. (MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael Saylor isn't buying it. In fact, he thinks the whole thing will make Bitcoin better.

Quantum Threats Will Force Bitcoin to Level Up

Saylor took to X on Tuesday with a characteristically bullish take on what many see as an existential threat to Bitcoin (BTC). "Quantum computing won't break Bitcoin—it will harden it," he wrote.

Here's his logic: When quantum computers become powerful enough to threaten Bitcoin's cryptography, the network will simply upgrade to quantum-resistant algorithms. Active Bitcoin would migrate to the new, more secure system. The interesting part? Lost or dormant Bitcoin sitting in vulnerable old addresses would stay frozen forever.

"Security goes up. Supply comes down. Bitcoin grows stronger," Saylor stated.

It's an elegant argument. If millions of coins become permanently inaccessible, the remaining supply becomes scarcer. Basic economics suggests that's bullish for price, assuming demand holds steady.

The Freeze vs. Confiscate Debate

Saylor isn't alone in this thinking. Bitcoin security expert Jameson Lopp has also supported the idea of burning or freezing unclaimed Bitcoin after a quantum upgrade, rather than confiscating those coins and putting them back into circulation.

In an October interview, Lopp noted that roughly 4 million BTC have already had their public addresses exposed. That's nearly 25% of Bitcoin's total supply, including coins believed to belong to Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Those exposed addresses would be most vulnerable to quantum attacks. The question is what happens to them when the threat becomes real.

How Real Is The Quantum Threat?

This isn't Saylor's first time downplaying quantum concerns. Back in June, he made a more provocative argument: companies like Microsoft and Google would never sell a quantum computer capable of cracking cryptography because doing so would destroy their own businesses first.

The cryptocurrency community remains split on how seriously to take the threat. Coinbase Global Inc. (COIN) and other major players are watching developments closely.

Grayscale weighed in with its latest report, stating that quantum computing won't have a significant impact on cryptocurrency valuations in 2026. The digital asset management firm acknowledged a potential long-term risk to blockchain cryptography but said it's unlikely to "meaningfully" influence the market in the short term.

Still, research suggests the threat isn't purely theoretical. A study from last year indicated that Bitcoin might eventually need to undergo a costly and time-consuming update process to defend against quantum computing advances.

Market Action

At the time of writing, Bitcoin (BTC) was trading at $86,845.44, up 0.41% over the previous 24 hours.

Strategy (MSTR) shares slipped 0.43% in after-hours trading to $166.78. The stock had closed 3.34% higher at $167.50 during Tuesday's regular session.

Whether Saylor's quantum optimism proves prescient or overly confident, one thing is clear: the Bitcoin network will need to adapt as computing technology advances. The real question is whether that adaptation happens smoothly or creates chaos in the process.

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Michael Saylor: Quantum Computing Won't Break Bitcoin, It Will Make It Stronger

MarketDash Editorial Team
11 hours ago
Strategy Inc. executive chairman Michael Saylor believes quantum computing poses no existential threat to Bitcoin. Instead, he argues the technology will force a network upgrade that enhances security and reduces supply, ultimately strengthening the cryptocurrency.

The quantum computing doomsday scenario for Bitcoin keeps making headlines, but Strategy Inc. (MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael Saylor isn't buying it. In fact, he thinks the whole thing will make Bitcoin better.

Quantum Threats Will Force Bitcoin to Level Up

Saylor took to X on Tuesday with a characteristically bullish take on what many see as an existential threat to Bitcoin (BTC). "Quantum computing won't break Bitcoin—it will harden it," he wrote.

Here's his logic: When quantum computers become powerful enough to threaten Bitcoin's cryptography, the network will simply upgrade to quantum-resistant algorithms. Active Bitcoin would migrate to the new, more secure system. The interesting part? Lost or dormant Bitcoin sitting in vulnerable old addresses would stay frozen forever.

"Security goes up. Supply comes down. Bitcoin grows stronger," Saylor stated.

It's an elegant argument. If millions of coins become permanently inaccessible, the remaining supply becomes scarcer. Basic economics suggests that's bullish for price, assuming demand holds steady.

The Freeze vs. Confiscate Debate

Saylor isn't alone in this thinking. Bitcoin security expert Jameson Lopp has also supported the idea of burning or freezing unclaimed Bitcoin after a quantum upgrade, rather than confiscating those coins and putting them back into circulation.

In an October interview, Lopp noted that roughly 4 million BTC have already had their public addresses exposed. That's nearly 25% of Bitcoin's total supply, including coins believed to belong to Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Those exposed addresses would be most vulnerable to quantum attacks. The question is what happens to them when the threat becomes real.

How Real Is The Quantum Threat?

This isn't Saylor's first time downplaying quantum concerns. Back in June, he made a more provocative argument: companies like Microsoft and Google would never sell a quantum computer capable of cracking cryptography because doing so would destroy their own businesses first.

The cryptocurrency community remains split on how seriously to take the threat. Coinbase Global Inc. (COIN) and other major players are watching developments closely.

Grayscale weighed in with its latest report, stating that quantum computing won't have a significant impact on cryptocurrency valuations in 2026. The digital asset management firm acknowledged a potential long-term risk to blockchain cryptography but said it's unlikely to "meaningfully" influence the market in the short term.

Still, research suggests the threat isn't purely theoretical. A study from last year indicated that Bitcoin might eventually need to undergo a costly and time-consuming update process to defend against quantum computing advances.

Market Action

At the time of writing, Bitcoin (BTC) was trading at $86,845.44, up 0.41% over the previous 24 hours.

Strategy (MSTR) shares slipped 0.43% in after-hours trading to $166.78. The stock had closed 3.34% higher at $167.50 during Tuesday's regular session.

Whether Saylor's quantum optimism proves prescient or overly confident, one thing is clear: the Bitcoin network will need to adapt as computing technology advances. The real question is whether that adaptation happens smoothly or creates chaos in the process.