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Bitcoin developer proposes ‘landmines’ to make quantum thieves lose their own BTC

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Briefings

A Bitcoin developer proposed a mechanism called 'landmines' to prevent quantum computers from stealing Bitcoin. This system requires vulnerable users to provide collateral, allowing prepared owners to seize both the stolen funds and the collateral. The proposal was published in November 2026, but the specific implementation details and timeline remain uncertain.

Key points

• A Bitcoin developer proposed a 'landmines' system where vulnerable users must provide collateral to prevent quantum theft.

Context

This proposal aims to protect Bitcoin from quantum computing threats by requiring collateral from users attempting to move funds.

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The evidence is a single sentence from a November 2026 article. Specific implementation details, timeline, and the number of collateral requirements are not provided.

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