Could Bitcoin Freeze Old Wallets? The BIP 361 Debate Explained

In this episode of The Weekly, Graham and Alex break down one of the biggest new debates in Bitcoin: should old wallets be frozen to protect the network from a future quantum threat?They unpack BIP 361, the case for and against freezing legacy addresses, what it could mean for Satoshi’s coins, and why this debate goes far beyond technology. At the core is a much bigger question: if Bitcoin can change its rules to protect itself, does it stop being the immutable, neutral monetary asset people thought it was?The episode also covers:Bitcoin miner capitulationwhether mining centralization is a real long-term threatthe KelpDAO exploitwhy DeFi increasingly feels broken for everyday usersWatch for sharp analysis on Bitcoin, crypto markets, and the narratives shaping the space.00:41 - Welcome and Introductions01:24 - Paris Blockchain Week Insights02:43 - Market Overview and Bitcoin's Position04:51 - Discussion on BIP361 and Quantum Threat08:41 - Debate on Bitcoin's Rule Changes11:16 - Opposition to Quantum Resistance Proposals13:12 - Philosophical Debate on Bitcoin's Future17:38 - Bitcoin Miners and Market Challenges22:30 - KelpDAO Hack and DeFi Crisis30:32 - Conclusion and Upcoming Topics