Bitcoin’s exposure to potential quantum computing threats is being recognized within the cryptocurrency community, according to Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s Head of Digital Assets Research. Sigel said participants were working on solutions to address the risk, although the source did not provide details about specific proposals, timelines or technical measures. The comments were reported by Bitcoin Magazine in an article published on September 18, 2026. Quantum computing remains a topic of discussion for Bitcoin because of its potential implications for cryptographic systems, but no further assessment of the threat or its market impact was provided in the report. The update is relevant to bitcoin market observers tracking developments around the network’s long-term security and technological resilience.
VanEck Says Bitcoin Community Is Addressing Quantum Computing Risk
VanEck’s Matthew Sigel said the Bitcoin community recognizes the potential risk from quantum computing and is working on solutions. Bitcoin Magazine reported the comments on September 18, 2026.
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