Bytes, Qubits and Bitcoin

Quantum computing headlines are back — and this time there's a new twist: a Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP 361) published in April 2026 could make some Bitcoin permanently unspendable if owners miss a migration deadline. In this episode, Steve and Greg break down what quantum computing actually is, how far away a real threat is, what BIP 361 proposes and why it matters, and — most importantly — what you can do right now to protect your stack. You'll learn:• Why your Bitcoin address type affects your quantum exposure• Why never reusing addresses matters more than ever• Why BIP 361 crosses a line Bitcoin has never crossed before• The stewardship question every Seeker should be able to answerVisit hodlintees.org and use promo code welcome10 for 10% off your first order!