Bitcoin quantum computing risk centers on major exchange wallets, Glassnode data shows
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Glassnode data indicates that millions of Bitcoin held by major exchanges are vulnerable to potential future quantum computing threats due to poor wallet hygiene.Summary
Research by Glassnode highlights that over 30% of Bitcoin's circulating supply resides in wallets with exposed public keys, primarily due to operational practices like address reuse. While quantum threats remain theoretical and years away, the vulnerability is concentrated within cryptocurrency exchanges compared to sovereign wallets. Improving custody standards through better wallet architecture and address rotation offers an immediate defense for these platforms without requiring protocol-level changes.
(Source：CryptoSlate)