I put this in ~bitcoin_beginners for a reason. I think laying it out like this reduces fear for newbies.

Also calling it a scam should require a lot of deep knowledge about current and historical quantum computer research.

QC is just a scam, a scaremongering to sell new hardware, new tech. People are retarded and always fall into the "fear of tomorrow".

DarthCoin

bitcoin_beginners

Here's a short an simplistic summary of where we are with the threat of Quantum Computers. Moss gives a few tips to prepare and well as introducing some possible solutions like quantum resistant address types and the hourglass for lost coins.