Michael Saylor Responds to Quantum Computing Risk: Threat at Least 10 Years Away, Strategy to Launch Bitcoin Security Initiative

On February 6th, Michael Saylor addressed concerns about Bitcoin’s quantum computing risk during MicroStrategy’s fourth-quarter earnings call, dismissing those claims as mere FUD surrounding Bitcoin. Saylor noted that quantum computing remains over a decade away from true maturity—currently a promising but early-stage technology. Many industries, including financial services and defense, still heavily rely on traditional cryptographic systems. Worldwide, investment and research into post-quantum cryptographic protocols (to counter quantum threats) are intensifying. The Bitcoin community has also been engaging in and contributing to relevant R&D efforts. If Bitcoin ever requires an upgrade in the future, a global consensus will be reached. Once post-quantum security upgrades are deployed, Bitcoin will only grow stronger. MicroStrategy plans to launch a Bitcoin security initiative, partnering with global cybersecurity, cryptographic, and Bitcoin security communities.