Quantum attacking Bitcoin would be a waste of time: Kevin O’Leary

Kevin O’Leary, aka “Mr Wonderful,” says Bitcoin may not be the most logical first target for quantum computing attacks.

Quantum computers may eventually be capable of breaking Bitcoins security, but attempting to use it that way could be entirely pointless, according to multimillionaire entrepreneur Kevin OLeary.

If youre going to take a quantum computer stack and dedicate it to cracking Bitcoin, is that the best use of the power and that facility, or is there another way to make money? OLeary says during an interview with Magazine.

Ive heard the narrative for almost six years, OLeary, dressed in his trademark black suit, says, brushing aside a long-held concern from the crypto industry.

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