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Morning Edition · Wednesday, October 14, 2026Published at 1:36 AM EDT · New York
Coinbase lays out a multi-year plan to move Bitcoin to quantum-resistant signatures as researchers ship a post-quantum Lightning prototype
Coinbase backs hybrid wallets that can spend with either a classical or a post-quantum key, and it wants the fate of dormant coins decided separately so that dispute does not delay the upgrade.
Coinbase, the largest United States crypto exchange and one of the biggest Bitcoin custodians, has published recommendations for Bitcoin's move to quantum-resistant signatures. It argues that preparation should start early because the trans…
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Quantum Risk Moves From Theory to Crypto Roadmaps
Over the next 3-6 months, quantum-resistance becomes a concrete design and custody concern across major chains and institutional custodians, driving opt-in post-quantum schemes and 'long-dormant coin' risk discussion.
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