Assessing the Potential Impact of Quantum Computing on Bitcoin

Since inception, ARK has researched and published thoughts on the cryptocurrency ecosystem within Big Ideas and through articles, whitepapers, monthly Bitcoin reports and podcasts. Now, in coordination with Bitcoin Park, ARK is pleased to host a monthly conversation with leaders in the Bitcoin space, to discuss everything happening in the rapidly-changing and still nascent Bitcoin ecosystem. Published through the For Your Innovation podcast channels, this monthly series aims to be informative and enlightening, including experts with diverse viewpoints.

Guests on this month’s Bitcoin Brainstorm include:

Cathie Wood: Founder, CEO and CIO, ARK Invest
Matt O’Dell: Managing Partner, Ten31 and Co-Founder, Bitcoin Park
Adam Back: CEO, Blockstream
Matt Corallo: Open Source Engineer, Spiral
Frank Downing: Director of Research, Next Generation Internet, ARK Invest
Rod Roudi: Co-Founder, Bitcoin Park


Key Points From This Episode:
• Insights into the quantum computing threat to bitcoin and how close we are to its impact.
• Key advancements in post-quantum cryptography and Bitcoin’s preparedness.
• Evolution and future potential of the Lightning Network.
• Exploring the intersection of bitcoin with stablecoins like Tether on Tron and their implications.
• Reflections on bitcoin’s adoption trends in 2024, including institutional engagement and emerging markets.
• Highlighting non-protocol advancements, such as user-friendly wallets and tools for self-custody.
• The growth of Nostr and its integration of bitcoin payments via Lightning.
• Bitcoin’s future as a global financial base and the pragmatic steps needed for broader adoption.

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