# This Week in Crypto: Bitcoin's Quantum Future > This Week in Crypto: Bitcoin's Quantum Future News · 4 min read Published 24 July 2026 This week in crypto, attention shifted beyond price action and toward the long-term foundations of the industry. Strategy and some of the biggest names in finance joined forces to help safeguard [Bitcoin](/buy/btc/) against future technological threats, while institutional investors gained a new way to assess blockchain networks based on real economic activity rather than speculation. In Washington, lawmakers continued refining the long-awaited CLARITY Act ahead of a Senate vote, and another week of major DeFi exploits reinforced that security remains one of the industry's biggest challenges. The week's biggest story came from Michael Saylor's Strategy, which announced the formation of the Bitcoin Security Consortium, an industry initiative focused on preparing the Bitcoin network for the future threat of quantum computing. The consortium has committed US$15 million over the next three years to fund developers working on quantum-resistant improvements to Bitcoin's infrastructure. The founding members include some of the largest names in digital assets and traditional finance, including BlackRock, Fidelity Digital Assets, Coinbase, ARK Invest, Block, Blockstream, Galaxy and Anchorage Digital. The initiative will be coordinated by Brink Executive Director Mike Schmidt, who will oversee the consortium's day-to-day activities in a volunteer capacity. While practical quantum computers capable of breaking Bitcoin's cryptography remain years away, the announcement demonstrates how seriously the industry is approaching long-term network security. Rather than waiting for a technological breakthrough to become an immediate threat, Bitcoin's largest supporters are investing now to ensure the network remains resilient for decades to come. Institutional markets also took another step forward this week as S&P Dow Jones Indices partnered with Pantera Capital to launch a new blockchain-focused benchmark built around protocol revenue instead of market capitalisation. Unlike traditional crypto indices, which generally weight assets based on token price or market value, the new index ranks blockchain networks according to the revenue generated by their protocols over the previous two quarters. Assets must also meet minimum liquidity and market capitalisation requirements before being included. The inaugural index contains 18 digital assets, with [Ethereum](/buy/eth/), [BNB](/buy/bnb/), [Solana](/buy/sol/), [TRON](/buy/trx/) and [Hyperliquid](/buy/hype/) making up the largest allocations. Notably, Bitcoin and XRP are excluded because they do not generate protocol revenue in the same way as smart contract platforms. The launch reflects the continued maturation of institutional crypto investing. Rather than viewing digital assets purely through the lens of price appreciation, investors are increasingly evaluating blockchain networks using traditional financial metrics such as revenue generation and underlying economic activity. The benchmark may also form the basis for future investment products aimed at institutional portfolios. Regulation remained firmly in focus as US lawmakers released the latest version of the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act ahead of an expected Senate vote. Building on last week's progress, the updated legislation introduces broad ethics provisions that would temporarily prohibit all federal officials, including the President of the United States, from issuing or sponsoring digital assets while in office. The restrictions would also prevent regulated crypto platforms from listing digital assets issued or sponsored by federal officials. The proposal comes amid ongoing debate surrounding President Donald Trump's growing involvement in crypto ventures. While Republicans continue pushing for bipartisan support, many Democrats argue the legislation still requires stronger enforcement mechanisms before they are prepared to support the bill. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon also weighed in this week, describing the legislation as "not perfect" but signalling support for establishing a clearer regulatory framework. As the industry continues calling for greater certainty, the CLARITY Act represents another important milestone in defining how digital assets will be regulated in the United States. In the decentralised finance sector, security once again dominated headlines after two separate bridge exploits resulted in more than US$31.6 million being stolen within hours of each other. Decentralised perpetual exchange AFX reportedly lost around US$24 million after attackers compromised one of its cross-chain bridges on Arbitrum. Shortly afterwards, Verus Protocol's Ethereum Bridge suffered another exploit that resulted in approximately US$7.5 million in losses. The incidents highlight the persistent risks associated with cross-chain bridges, which continue to represent one of the most attractive targets for attackers due to the significant value they hold while facilitating transfers between different blockchain networks. Despite continued innovation across decentralised finance, improving bridge security remains one of the sector's highest priorities. As the industry evolves, this week's developments demonstrate that crypto is increasingly focusing on long-term sustainability rather than short-term speculation. Institutions are adopting more sophisticated ways to evaluate blockchain networks, policymakers continue working towards clearer regulatory frameworks, and Bitcoin's largest supporters are investing in its future resilience. While security challenges remain, the broader direction of the industry continues to point towards greater maturity, stronger infrastructure and deeper institutional participation. **Other news:** - Zilliqa warns of Ledger security flaw - BitMEX to shut down after 11 years - SEC moves toward 24-hour equity trading - Robinhood CEO hacked in memecoin scam About the editorial team The Digital Surge Editorial Team Our editorial team writes and reviews Digital Surge’s news, insights and crypto guides, pairing plain-English explanations with the practical experience of running an [Australian cryptocurrency exchange](/about-us/). We keep every article accurate, current and easy to act on. [Read our editorial guidelines ›](/editorial-guidelines/) News & Insights ## More from News [News This Week in Crypto: Apple Faces Crypto Security Test This week in crypto, security, regulation and institutional adoption remained at the forefront of the industry. 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