Grayscale: Quantum computing is unlikely to impact Bitcoin and cryptocurrency prices in 2026.
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Grayscale's 2026 outlook report states quantum computing poses long-term security risks but will not significantly impact cryptocurrency prices in 2026, calling it a 'false alarm' for the near term.
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Mars Finance reported on December 16th that, according to Decrypt, Grayscale stated in its latest "2026 Digital Asset Outlook" report that while quantum computing presents long-term security challenges, it will have little impact on cryptocurrency market prices in 2026, calling it a "false alarm" for the coming year. The asset management firm believes that the quantum threat is real, but is unlikely to affect the cryptocurrency market or valuations in the short term. The report cites estimates that quantum systems capable of breaking Bitcoin's cryptography could emerge as early as 2030. Grayscale analysts pointed out that research and preparation for post-quantum cryptography will continue, but this issue is unlikely to affect valuations in the coming year.