Should Satoshi's Bitcoin Be Frozen? CZ's Quantum Warning Splits the Industry

Binance's CZ says Satoshi's 1.1M BTC should be frozen before quantum computers can steal it. Top developers and investors are deeply divided — here's why it matters.

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