Bitcoin Forecast: Coinbase Analyst Highlights Two Unexpected Quantum Computing Threats to Bitcoin – Could BTC Reach Zero?

Quantum Risks to Bitcoin

Quantum computers may eventually run Shor’s algorithm and break Bitcoin’s ECDSA signatures. Coinbase says about 6.5 M BTC (≈33% of supply) are vulnerable via reused addresses and legacy scripts. Short‑range exposure appears when public keys are broadcast, making a post‑quantum upgrade inevitable.

Institutional and Policy Response

BlackRock highlighted quantum risk in its iShares Bitcoin Trust prospectus amendment. US and EU demand post‑quantum cryptography for critical infrastructure by 2035, urging Bitcoin to plan migration. Soft‑fork upgrades with schemes like CRYSTALS‑Dilithium could be rolled out over 2‑7 years.

Market Outlook and Competing Token

Bitcoin shows a bearish triple‑top near $94k; a break above $92‑94k could target $100k. RSI is neutral and candles show indecision, yet higher lows above $86.9k keep the structure constructive. Meme token Maxi Doge raised $4.4 M, offers staking rewards and community contests, and trades around $0.000277.