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Aptos launches keyless wallets that use ZK-proofs to verify identities
4.7.2024
Aptos Connect allows users to log in with a Google ID without needing an MPC Network, Magic Links, or Windows passkey
Transak and Privado ID Announce Partnership to Enhance Decentralized KYC Procedures
24.6.2024
Crypto payments gateway solution Transak has teamed up with Privado ID to launch a new “Reusable KYC” service aimed at improving the decentralized identity verification process. This collaboration introduces a novel method that promises to maintain user privacy without compromising...
OP Mainnet boosts decentralization with new ‘Fault Proofs’
11.6.2024
OP -3.29% Labs has taken a giant leap in the world of Layer 2 Blockchain technology to implement fault proofs on their OP Mainnet. This achievement brings the platform to “stage 1 rollup” status, which points towards decentralization. This milestone is necessary for the network because it builds...
Optimism Finally Gets Its Mission-Critical 'Fault Proofs'
10.6.2024
For years, Optimism was missing a core feature at the heart of its design: "Fault proofs." On Monday, that tech is finally here
Optimism reaches ‘Stage 1’ decentralization, implementing fault proofs
10.6.2024
The team has implemented fault proofs on Optimism mainnet, and users can now independently initiate withdrawals “without involvement from any trusted third parties.”
Polygon Labs Acquires Toposware to Enhance Zero-Knowledge Tech Capabilities
4.6.2024
In a strategic move to bolster its zero-knowledge technology development, Polygon Labs has acquired Toposware, a zero-knowledge (ZK) engineering startup. The deal is aimed at integrating Toposware’s expertise with Polygon’s ongoing projects to advance the entire ZK community. Polygon...
Starkware Aims to Scale Bitcoin Using Zero-Knowledge Technology
4.6.2024
Starkware, known for its work on Ethereum scaling solutions, announced plans to apply its zero-knowledge technology to Bitcoin. The initiative aims to enable mass-use of Bitcoin, targeting scalability that could support global daily transactions. Starkware Announces Plan to Enhance Bitcoin...
Polygon Acquires Zero-Knowledge Cryptography Firm Toposware
4.6.2024
The acquisition means that Polygon has invested over $1 billion in zero-knowledge technology and firms, the team shared in a press release. Sources close to the deal told CoinDesk that the acquisition is near $30-50 million
Matter Labs drops ZK trademark applications after industry backlash
3.6.2024
It follows a public letter from ZK researchers and top industry experts slamming the firm for “oppressive behavior.”
Are ZK-proofs the key to Europe’s new digital ID regulations?
30.5.2024
According to Dr. Jonas Gross, CEO of Hakata, zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) could be the key to enhancing privacy and security in the EU's groundbreaking digital identity and wallet regulation
Pessimistic proofs: ZK tech’s next step or mere cynicism?
29.5.2024
Succinct Labs and Polygon Labs introduce pessimistic proofs via SP1 zkVM, enhancing cross-chain security and simplifying ZK development
Polygon Labs co-founder Sandeep Nailwal assumes new ZK role
28.5.2024
Establishing the new role, Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal will increase focus on growing ZK solutions, including Polygon CDK
Layer-2 Network Starknet Gets Ethereum Virtual Machine With Zero-Knowledge Proofs
22.5.2024
The zkEVM, called Kakarot, already in testing, will be available via the Starknet Stack
Early Crypto Adopter: Unmatched Privacy of ZK Proofs Outweighs the Technology’s Perceived Disadvantages
22.5.2024
Although zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs are often considered complex to set up, Iva Wisher, co-founder of the Layer two platform Prom, argues that the technology’s unparalleled privacy, faster transaction finality, and overall efficiency outweigh any developmental complexity. Wisher, an early adopter...
White paper that birthed crypto ZK-proofs receives IEEE ‘Test of Time’ award
20.5.2024
The paper, released in 2014, lays the foundations for blockchain privacy and scaling
Regulators are cracking down on financial privacy, but ZK-proofs can help
14.5.2024
The convergence of ZK-proofs and decentralized identity systems could create more compliant privacy-preserving protocols, without sacrificing user privacy
Wall Street Giants, JPMorgan’s Onyx Eye Industrializing Blockchain PoCs
12.5.2024
Leading financial institutions on Wall Street are shifting their focus towards industrializing proofs-of-concept (PoCs) developed within the blockchain experiment known as Project Guardian.
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Thiel-Backed Cryptography Startup Lagrange Raises $13M
8.5.2024
Lagrange, which specializes in zero-knowledge cryptography, is the latest startup to ride EigenLayer's "restaking" wave
Zksnacks to Cease Coinjoin Transactions, Affecting Wasabi, Trezor and Btcpay
2.5.2024
On Thursday, Zksnacks, the developer behind Wasabi Wallet, announced its decision to cease its coinjoin services following regulatory measures in the U.S. The company stated that the wallet will now operate as a standard non-custodial bitcoin wallet without the coinjoin feature. Zksnacks Withdraws...
Vitalik Buterin breaks down ‘Binius’ as a way to speed up zero-knowledge proofs
1.5.2024
The Ethereum co-founder expects “many more improvements” in binary-field-based proving techniques in the months ahead