ZkSync Founder Discusses Scaling Solutions and FreeFi
ZkSync Founder Discusses Scaling Solutions and FreeFi
🔍 ZK scaling secrets revealed
Alex Gluchowski (@gluk64), founder of zkSync, recently spoke at @crecimientoar about blockchain scaling challenges and ZK technology as the ultimate solution. Key points covered:
- ZkSync's product lineup: Lite, Era, and Elastic Chain
- The importance of building practical dapps for real-world use
- Introduction of FreeFi: An on-chain banking system integrating:
- DeFi
- Payments
- Real-world assets (RWAs)
- On-ramps
- Last-mile integrations
This comprehensive approach aims to address scaling issues while creating a user-friendly ecosystem for mainstream adoption.
To learn more about zkSync's vision and FreeFi, check out the full discussion.
Listen to @gluk64's chat at @crecimientoar on ↳ The scaling problem and why ZK is the Endgame ↳ @zksync Lite, Era, and Elastic Chain ↳ Building real-world dapps that people need ↳ FreeFi: An onchain banking system with DeFi, payments, RWAs, onramps, & last-mile integrations
ZK is the endgame and this talk with Alex will blow your mind! 🤯 🌍 Zero Knowledge is the future of crypto, and @gluk64 from @the_matter_labs & @zksync shared his thoughts and insights in this awesome interview. Are you ready to see what's next for ZK? 👀
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