Starknet Becomes First ZK-Rollup to Decentralize Its Sequencer

🎯 Starknet breaks barriers

By Holyheld
Dec 15, 2025, 4:51 PM
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Starknet has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first ZK-rollup to decentralize its sequencer, addressing long-standing concerns about centralized Layer 2 operations.​

Key Features:

  • Zero-knowledge rollup technology for Ethereum scaling
  • Faster transaction speeds with lower costs
  • Enhanced security through ZK-proofs
  • Zero trusted setup and zero trust assumptions

What's Next:

  • BTC staking integration
  • Staking v3 and v4 implementations
  • Decentralized validation
  • Path to Stage 2 rollup status

This development positions Starknet as a leader in scaling without compromise, maintaining both security and decentralization - the core principles of blockchain technology.​

Starknet continues working toward becoming the first fully decentralized rollup, setting new standards for Layer 2 solutions.​

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