Coinbase quantum report flags exchange cold wallets among millions of bitcoin exposed by address reuse

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Coinbase quantum report flags exchange cold wallets among millions of bitcoin exposed by address reuse

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Coinbase's quantum report highlights the vulnerability of millions of Bitcoin due to address reuse, with exposed coins potentially compromised by quantum computers. The report proposes solutions, including setting a deadline for migration and freezing vulnerable coins. This issue underscores the need for secure wallet management practices and quantum-resistant cryptography in the crypto space.

The report lays out possible solutions to the abandoned coins problem, such as setting a deadline for migration and then freezing vulnerable coins.