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- SHIB’s recovery system is being exploited by scammers targeting wallet holders.
- Bitcoin’s long-term valuation may be affected by quantum computing risks.
- Security and infrastructure resilience are becoming core crypto investment factors.
The crypto market is facing two very different but equally important threats: rising scam activity within major ecosystems and long-term technological risks that could reshape valuations. Recent warnings from the Shiba Inu development team and renewed debate over Bitcoin’s vulnerability to quantum computing show how both operational security and future infrastructure challenges are becoming central to investor decision-making.
Together, these developments underline a broader shift in crypto: the industry is maturing, and with maturity comes new layers of risk.
Shiba Inu’s SOU Recovery Plan Draws Scammers
The Shiba Inu ecosystem recently rolled out its “Shib Owes You” (SOU) recovery system, designed to compensate users impacted by the 2025 Shibarium bridge exploit. Eligible users can mint verified NFTs that represent funds owed to them, which may later be redeemed or traded.
However, the launch has triggered a surge in phishing attempts. Fraudsters are circulating fake tokens and replica claim portals to trick users into connecting wallets or approving malicious contracts. Security monitors have also observed address-poisoning tactics meant to mislead users into copying fraudulent wallet addresses.
The situation highlights a recurring issue in large crypto ecosystems: recovery initiatives often create fresh attack surfaces. The Shiba Inu team has urged users to mint NFTs only through official channels and to avoid interacting with unsolicited links.
Quantum Computing Threat Sparks Bitcoin Valuation Debate
While SHIB battles immediate security threats, Bitcoin faces a more theoretical but potentially transformative risk. Analysts are increasingly discussing a “Quantum Discount” — the idea that quantum computing breakthroughs could eventually weaken Bitcoin’s cryptographic protections.
The concern centers on the Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA), which secures Bitcoin wallets. Former Mark Karpelès has noted that active holders could migrate to new quantum-resistant addresses, but millions of dormant coins cannot. If quantum systems eventually recover keys for those wallets, large amounts of previously inaccessible supply could re-enter circulation.
Institutional analysts such as Charles Edwards warn that markets may begin pricing in this possibility well before it becomes technically feasible. Comparisons have even been drawn to past valuation concerns raised by investor Michael Burry during periods of structural market risk.
A Market Learning to Price Risk Differently
These two developments reveal how crypto risk is evolving. Short-term threats like phishing attacks show the importance of user education and infrastructure security. Long-term risks like quantum computing highlight the need for adaptable cryptography and governance consensus.
Also Read: Shiba Inu Crash or Comeback? 3 Signals Suggest SHIB May Be Near a Turning Point
As digital assets become more institutionalized, investors are no longer focusing only on growth narratives. Security resilience, technological adaptability, and long-term sustainability are increasingly shaping valuations.
For both Shiba Inu and Bitcoin, the message is clear: trust in crypto now depends as much on defense and preparedness as it does on innovation.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
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