I constantly hear about quantum computing and how it may crack Bitcoin.

While I believe Bitcoin will adjust, I want to throw another take out there.

When quantum computers reach the level it takes to crack Sha-256, I want people to grasp what sort of science breakthroughs, energy breakthroughs , and overall society breakthroughs come from a computer being able to live in a state of 1 and 0 at the same time for an extended period of time.

It’s very possible you may not even need Bitcoin in that world. For me it’s very possible Bitcoin is the bridge to a world where we won’t need money.

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Quantum threats are a future concern; the protocol is designed for cryptographic agility. Whether a world without money becomes viable, that is a separate, grand vision.