In December 2024, Google introduced the Willow quantum chip, sparking discussions within the cryptocurrency sector regarding quantum computing’s potential threat. While it’s theoretically feasible for quantum technology to compromise Bitcoin‘s SHA-256 and ECDSA systems, current quantum capabilities like Willow’s 105 qubits fall short of the millions required for substantial attacks.
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