Quantum fears around Bitcoin have popped back into the spotlight lately, with some voices claiming that worries about quantum tech are fueling the latest market dip ⚛️📉
But one Bitcoin Core developer isn’t buying that narrative.
During an appearance on journalist Laura Shin’s Unchained podcast 🎙️, developer Matt Corallo explained that quantum computing had nothing to do with Bitcoin’s recent price pullback. He also pushed back on the idea that quantum risk is driving the current market weakness.
Corallo pointed out that if quantum threats were truly spooking investors, Ethereum would likely be outperforming Bitcoin in a noticeable way 🚀
👉 “If that were the case, Ethereum should be gaining much more ground against Bitcoin,” he argued.
Meanwhile, some Bitcoin community members have criticized blockchain developers for not moving quickly enough to strengthen networks against future quantum attacks. On the other hand, the Ethereum Foundation says it’s already taking proactive steps to stay ahead of the curve 🛡️
In fact, its recently revealed 2026 roadmap highlights goals such as faster transactions, more intelligent wallets, smoother cross-chain connectivity, and security upgrades designed to withstand potential quantum threats ⚡🔐
Still, Corallo acknowledged that quantum computing could pose a risk in the distant future — but stressed that traders may be exaggerating its importance when trying to explain short-term market drops. In his view, the quantum narrative is more speculation than a real driver of current price action 🤔📊 #BTC #bitcoin
