Bitcoin is at a critical juncture, facing a threat from advances in quantum computing. Over its 16-year history, Bitcoin has built significant trust, which could be shattered by a single quantum attack if its core cryptography isn't upgraded in the next five years.

Experts emphasize the urgency of implementing these upgrades to safeguard Bitcoin and preserve its position as the world's leading cryptocurrency. Without these measures, Bitcoin could fall victim to quantum computing capabilities, which pose a serious risk to its security framework.