ZKSync Ecosystem Thrives Amidst Market Downturn

SpaceandTime has officially launched its mainnet, introducing ZK-verified databases that can seamlessly integrate with blockchain networks. This development marks a significant advancement in blockchain data management. - Developers can now query and connect verified database information directly to smart contracts - The platform enables creation of data-rich decentralized applications - Follows successful testnet phase that focused on AI applications and DeFi use cases The mainnet launch builds upon the earlier SXT Chain testnet release, which demonstrated ZK-proven data capabilities for cross-chain applications. *Learn more about building with ZK-verified databases at [SpaceandTime](https://spaceandtime.io)*

zkSync has released solx, a pre-alpha LLVM-based Solidity compiler that works as a drop-in replacement for solc across all EVM chains. Key features: - Reduces gas costs significantly - Eliminates need for inline assembly - Successfully compiles Uniswap V2 and Solmate - Built for future VM compatibility, especially RISC-V The compiler passes Solidity's standard test suite, though some larger projects experience stack-too-deep errors. This release follows zkSync's recent EVM equivalence upgrade, making development more accessible with standard EVM tooling. Try it now at [solx.zksync.io](https://solx.zksync.io) Full documentation: [zkSync Mirror](https://zksync.mirror.xyz/aCTbO6aDQdrPbUOFR9YMCt24p7-z5KZMMw_GqFz4tpE)

Delphi Digital's Q1 2025 report highlights significant growth in the zkSync ecosystem: - Thriving ZK Chains showing increased adoption - Notable institutional participation and consumer uptake - Expanding Elastic Network development - **Over $2 billion** in tokenized real-world assets The report follows earlier analysis of zkSync's Elastic Network features, which detailed: - Advanced interoperability capabilities - Enhanced user experience - Robust security measures - Institutional adoption by Deutsche Bank and others [Read the full report](https://members.delphidigital.io/reports/zksync-elastic-networks-q1-wrapped-ecosystem-development-highlights)

Zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs are transforming from a niche cryptographic tool to mainstream technology. This shift marks an evolution from trusting organizations to be ethical (*don't be evil*) to having mathematical guarantees of privacy and security (*can't be evil*). Key developments: - ZK proofs now power private transactions across major blockchains - Layer 2 scaling solutions increasingly rely on ZK technology - Verifiable computations enable trustless systems - Enterprise adoption growing in finance and identity verification The technology enables privacy-preserving transparency - a crucial foundation for web3 adoption.

Nana Murugesan joins Jeremy Allaire on The Money Movement podcast to explore zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs. The discussion covers: - The necessity of ZK-proofs for Ethereum scaling - ZK-powered applications in privacy and identity - How ZK technology is facilitating institutional adoption of blockchain This episode follows a recent trend of industry leaders discussing ZK technology. Previously, Sandy from Scroll emphasized the importance of developer-friendly tooling to drive real-world adoption of ZK proofs. **Listen to the full episode:** [YouTube Link](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL7NM6chBQM)