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Bitcoin's migration to post-quantum standards will take at least 5-10 years

Stanislav Nikulin 23 December 2025 00:40
Bitcoin's migration to post-quantum standards will take at least 5-10 years

According to Jameson Lopp, a Bitcoin core developer, transitioning to post-quantum cryptographic standards will take a minimum of 5-10 years. He agreed with Adam Back that quantum computers do not pose a threat to BTC in the near future.

Source Сointelegraph  

Lopp emphasized the technical challenges and complexity of adopting new protocols that ensure security in the quantum era. Experts believe the existing Bitcoin infrastructure has enough time to prepare for these changes.

This provides confidence in Bitcoin’s stability in the coming years, allowing the community to gradually adapt to future technological challenges.

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