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Over 6 million bitcoin exposed to quantum-era key risks
Original: Over 6 million bitcoin sit behind exposed public keys as AI warnings mount
More than 6 million bitcoin are held in addresses with exposed public keys, meaning their cryptographic details are visible and potentially vulnerable as computing power advances. The figure is drawing renewed attention alongside growing warnings about artificial intelligence accelerating threats to cryptocurrency security. Commenters in the crypto community are debating how many coins could realistically be at risk and what holders should do to move funds to safer address types.
Why now: Concerns are rising that AI and quantum-style computing advances could threaten bitcoin held in addresses with exposed public keys.
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