Jonas Nick
Cryptography researcher focused on post-quantum and hash-based signature schemes for Bitcoin, co-author of the paper 'Hash-based signature schemes for Bitcoin' and active in proposing practical migration options.
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Dec 31, 2025 • 1h 14min
#700: Preparing Bitcoin for the Quantum Era with Jonas Nick & Mikhail Kudinov
In this fascinating discussion, cryptography experts Jonas Nick and Mikhail Kudinov explore the future of Bitcoin in the face of quantum threats. Jonas, a researcher focused on hash-based signatures, explains why these solutions are key for Bitcoin's security. Mikhail discusses the trade-offs between signature size and transaction speed. They dive into the implications for wallet infrastructure and the need for cautious upgrades. Together, they advocate for proactive measures without succumbing to panic, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration and rigorous research.
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Jan 24, 2026 • 1h 12min
Hash-based signatures for Bitcoin's post-quantum future? with Jonas Nick | SLP713
Jonas Nick, cryptographer and Bitcoin researcher at Blockstream Research who maintains libsecp256k1, discusses quantum threats to Bitcoin signatures. He outlines timelines and trade-offs of post-quantum schemes. They explore hash-based signature sizes, stateful vs stateless designs, hardware wallet challenges, impacts on multisig and Lightning, and strategies for a coordinated migration.
