TechFlow reports that on June 20, CZ shared an interview video on X, discussing the potential impact quantum computing could have on Bitcoin’s cryptographic system—including threats to Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin holdings. If quantum attacks in the future compromise the existing cryptographic infrastructure, the community may face three options:
First, “do nothing,” allowing attackers to naturally transfer affected assets and create selling pressure, though this could ultimately lead to redistribution back to the community;
Second, freeze or restrict the relevant addresses and envision returning assets under verifiable identity conditions—though he notes this path raises technical and trustworthiness issues once cryptography is broken;
Third, intermediate measures such as “slowing down or delaying transfers,” which similarly entail execution complexity.
CZ also proposed a compromise: using community governance to define a time window—for example, 6 to 12 months—after which, if funds from relevant early addresses remain unmoved, they would be locked via a network fork or protocol upgrade, permanently removing them from circulation. This aims to prevent attackers from later concentrating and stealing these funds, thereby avoiding disruptive market sell pressure. He emphasized that such decisions must be made through community voting, noting there is no perfect solution at present—but “taking no action may become the worst outcome in the future.” Therefore, mechanisms should be proactively designed to address potential quantum risks.
