Bitcoin Quantum Risk Remains Distant, Says Raoul Pal

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Raoul Pal, macro investor and CEO of Real Vision, recently addressed fears about quantum computing threatening Bitcoin. In a Real Vision podcast, Pal argued that potential quantum attackers wouldn’t profit from Bitcoin theft. He explained that any large attack would immediately crash the price, making theft unprofitable.

https://twitter.com/coinbureau/status/2017523378287169716?s=46Pal also cited Google’s stable stock price as evidence. If quantum computing posed a real short-term risk, he said, large companies like Google would already see market instability.

FUD Amplified But Risks Remain Distant

Pal’s comments respond to 2026 fears amplified by breakthroughs in quantum research. Some reports suggest quantum computers could one day break current cryptographic systems. However, Pal emphasized that these fears are overblown for now.

Reports described the quantum threat as “real but distant.” Moreover, current hardware limitations prevent quantum computers from launching attacks capable of compromising Bitcoin’s security in the near future.

Bitcoin Could Upgrade to Resist Quantum Threats

Experts agree that Bitcoin could adapt before quantum computing becomes a real danger. NIST’s post-quantum cryptography standardization, ongoing between 2024 and 2026, shows how new algorithms can resist quantum attacks.

Peer-reviewed research in IEEE journals suggests Bitcoin could implement quantum-resistant signatures. This upgrade would protect users well before scalable quantum computers appear, likely in the 2030s.

Pal’s Key Takeaways

Raoul Pal’s argument is clear: Bitcoin’s current cryptography is strong enough for today, and any quantum threat remains years away. He also points out that price dynamics protect Bitcoin in practice. An immediate price drop from an attempted attack would make such actions financially unwise.

Investors should note that while quantum computing is an exciting technology, it does not require panic. Bitcoin developers and the broader crypto community already plan for long-term security upgrades.

Long Term Bitcoin Security

In conclusion, Pal reassures Bitcoin holders over Bitcoin quantum risks. In conclusion, with upgrades and careful planning, Bitcoin seems to be safe. For now, the market can focus on adoption, regulation and innovation, rather than distant theoretical threats.

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