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Revolutionary Quantum Method Could Transform Bitcoin’s Energy Use

1/29/2025

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Researchers at BTQ have unveiled an innovative quantum-based alternative to Bitcoin's energy-intensive Proof of Work algorithm, known as Coarse-Grained Boson Sampling (CGBS). By harnessing light particles to generate unique encryption patterns, this groundbreaking method promises to slash energy usage. However, adopting CGBS could necessitate a major overhaul of the Bitcoin network, risking a hard fork in the process.

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Researchers at BTQ have unveiled an innovative quantum-based alternative to Bitcoin's energy-intensive Proof of Work algorithm, known as Coarse-Grained Boson Sampling (CGBS). By harnessing light particles to generate unique encryption patterns, this groundbreaking method promises to slash energy usage. However, adopting CGBS could necessitate a major overhaul of the Bitcoin network, risking a hard fork in the process.