Sun Yuchen warned that advances in AI-assisted codebreaking might reveal private keys for some early Bitcoin wallets within 1 to 1.5 years, potentially putting over 2 million BTC under selling pressure. This risk arises before quantum computers mature, driven by recent mathematical progress at OpenAI. About 1 million BTC linked to Satoshi Nakamoto and other dormant wallets with lost keys could be vulnerable. Bitcoin could adopt quantum-resistant addresses to protect accessible holdings, but freezing inaccessible coins would be difficult due to its decentralized nature. Meanwhile, TRON and Huobi are testing quantum-resistant algorithms ahead of a possible crisis.
Sun Yuchen's warning on AI and Bitcoin risk provides context for cryptocurrency markets. For readers following digital assets, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 19, 2026 20:22 WIB: Among 50 major cryptocurrencies, 31 rose and 18 fell. Notable movers include FTM at Rp11.382 with a 2.05% decrease, BAT at Rp3.255 with a 2.03% increase and strong buy interest (7% Sell / 93% Buy), and ENJ at Rp488 with a 1.94% decrease and mostly sell orders (95% Sell / 5% Buy).
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