Key Insights
Nic Carter warned of potential institutional intervention.
BlackRock held 761,801 Bitcoin worth $50.15 billion.
Industry leaders disagreed on quantum urgency.
Bitcoin quantum risk concerns intensified after venture capitalist Nic Carter warned that major institutions could replace Bitcoin developers over delayed upgrades. Carter made the remarks during the Bits and Bips podcast published on Thursday. He argued that large asset managers might intervene if quantum-resistant protections were not implemented quickly.
The debate over Bitcoin quantum risk emerged as institutional ownership expanded sharply. BlackRock controlled 761,801 Bitcoin valued at roughly $50.15 billion, representing 3.62% of total supply. That scale of exposure raised questions about the influence of governance if technical threats remained unresolved.
Institutional Frustration Takes Center Stage
Bits and Bips podcast discussions revealed that Carter viewed developers as showing little urge
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