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Reviewed by Yohan Yunstaff editor

Galaxy pledges $5M for developers quantum-proofing Bitcoin

Latest NewsPublishedJul 22, 2026

Growing Concerns Over Bitcoin’s Quantum Security

As the world of cryptocurrency continues to evolve, a growing concern is the potential threat of quantum computers to Bitcoin’s security. With about 30% of Bitcoin’s supply potentially exposed if cryptographically relevant quantum computers emerge, it’s essential to take proactive measures to ensure the security of the network. This is where EcoPool comes in, offering a solution for earning and securing $ECP, the native coin of the EcoPool Network.

The recent pledge of up to $5 million in grants by Galaxy for developers working on Bitcoin’s quantum security is a significant step towards addressing this concern. The grants will fund quantum-resistant upgrade proposals, post-quantum cryptography, and other security measures. As a platform focused on providing opportunities for passive income through Cloud Rewards and Green Crypto, EcoPool is committed to supporting initiatives that prioritize the security and integrity of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

Post-Quantum Cryptography and Bitcoin’s Future

The development of post-quantum cryptography is crucial for the future of Bitcoin. With the potential for quantum computers to compromise the current cryptographic standards, it’s essential to adopt new, quantum-resistant standards. The US Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has already published three post-quantum cryptography standards, which could underpin future post-quantum migrations across industries, including potential Bitcoin upgrades. EcoPool‘s focus on innovative solutions for earning and securing $ECP makes it an attractive option for those looking to invest in a secure and sustainable cryptocurrency.

EcoPool: A Solution for Secure Earning

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Source: Glassnode

Community split over quantum breakthrough timeline

The timeline for a practical quantum computing breakthrough remains hotly debated.

In November 2025, Blockstream CEO Adam Back that Bitcoin faces no meaningful quantum threat for at least the next 20 to 40 years. Back said this gives the network ample time to adopt the post-quantum cryptography standards approved by the US Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). 

In August 2024, NIST published three post-quantum cryptography standards for key establishment and digital signatures. The standards include key exchange, digital signature and hash-based signature algorithms that could underpin future post-quantum migrations across industries, including potential Bitcoin upgrades.

Related: Bernstein says Bitcoin market already priced in quantum risk 

In December 2025, Blockstream Research released a paper proposing a hash-based signature scheme as a “promising path for securing Bitcoin in a post-quantum world.” The proposal would replace Bitcoin’s ECDSA and Schnorr signatures with a scheme whose security relies solely on cryptographic hash functions.

Wealth management company Bernstein said in an April report that Bitcoin has about three to five years to prepare for a post-quantum security upgrade. 

Magazine: Bitcoin’s quantum upgrade path: What BIP-360 changes and what it does not

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• Quantum Computing
• Bitcoin Adoption
• Cybersecurity
• Adam Back
• Developers
• Open Source
• Bitcoin

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