zkSync

**GRVT has rapidly ascended to become a Top 5 DEX by trading volume**, positioning itself as financial infrastructure for the next generation. - The platform operates as the **world's first licensed DEX** on a ZK Chain - Achieved **$1.3B in trading volume within 30 days** of mainnet alpha launch - Built on the **ZK Stack**, enabling trustless and self-custodial trading GRVT is pioneering the **CeDeFi (Centralized-Decentralized Finance) model**, combining regulatory compliance with decentralized infrastructure. The platform's growth demonstrates trader preference for its technical advantages and security model. The rapid volume growth suggests institutional and retail traders are finding value in GRVT's approach to combining traditional finance licensing with zero-knowledge proof technology.

ZKsync has announced an upcoming adjustment to its staking rewards program: **Current Status:** - Target staking rate: ~3% APR - Daily adjustments applied based on participation levels - Actual displayed rate may fluctuate above or below target **Coming Soon:** - New target rate: 4% APR **Program Details:** - Rates range from 3% to maximum 10% APR depending on participation - Continuous reward streaming with no lockup periods - Flexible staking and unstaking available anytime - APR is targeted, not guaranteed More information available at the [ZKnomics Staking Pilot FAQ](https://forum.zknation.io/t/zknomics-staking-pilot-faq/901)

**Week 1 Results:** - 160M $ZK staked (+40% of Season 1's 400M cap) - 1,000+ unique stakers joined - 82.1M $ZK newly delegated to active participants - Total active voting power: 1.03B $ZK **How Delegate-to-Stake Works:** Rewards only flow when $ZK is delegated to active Delegates. No active delegation = no rewards. This mechanism ties incentives directly to governance participation rather than passive holding. **Why It Matters:** Governance acts as ZKsync's security layer for protocol upgrades and risk management. Higher staked amounts and active delegation create more resilient decision-making infrastructure—critical groundwork for the upcoming decentralized sequencer. The pilot program, built with Tally, aims to increase total delegated $ZK, boost active voting power, and validate staking infrastructure before broader decentralization. [Stake $ZK](https://vote.zknation.io/dao/stake/direct) | [Read FAQ](https://forum.zknation.io/t/zknomics-staking-pilot-faq/901)

**ADI Chain introduces DDSC**, a dirham-backed stablecoin designed for institutional use cases. **Key features:** - Powers high-value payments and treasury management - Enables cross-border trade flows in a trusted environment - Government-ready compliance framework - Targets emerging markets with goal of bringing 1 billion people onchain The project positions itself as an alternative approach to bringing the global economy onchain, focusing on regulatory compliance and institutional adoption rather than retail-first strategies. ADI Chain operates as an Ethereum zkRollup Layer 2, emphasizing mass adoption through personal sovereignty.

The **UAE Dirham is now operational** on ADI Chain's DDSC platform, marking a significant milestone for regulated digital finance in the region. **Key Details:** - Initiated by IHC and First Abu Dhabi Bank - Approved and licensed by the UAE Central Bank - Built on ZKsync infrastructure for high-value transactions - Part of ADI Chain's goal to onboard 1 billion users by 2030 The platform targets underserved markets across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, providing blockchain access to regions with limited financial infrastructure.

ZKsync is emphasizing its institutional appeal by highlighting three core pillars: mathematical proof, comprehensive audits, and operational track record. **Key positioning points:** - **Cryptography-first approach** - The ZK stack prioritizes zero-knowledge proofs as its foundation - **Battle-tested at scale** - Claims proven performance under real-world conditions - **Privacy with security** - Offers confidential transactions without compromising safety The messaging targets institutional players who require verifiable infrastructure over marketing narratives. ZKsync frames itself as programmable financial rails suitable for both fintech startups and enterprise treasury management. This represents a clear pivot toward enterprise adoption in the digital assets economy, moving beyond retail-focused narratives.

Andrey Lazorenko, CEO of ADI Foundation, posted an update on X (formerly Twitter). The tweet appears to be part of ongoing communications from the foundation's leadership. For the latest developments, users can follow the official [@aidotcom](https://x.com/aidotcom) account on X. The ADI Foundation is working on Ethereum zkRollup Layer 2 technology focused on crypto adoption.

Fintechs are competing to improve money movement but remain dependent on outdated, pre-digital infrastructure. **Prividiums** offer a solution by enabling fintechs to transition from renters to owners of their financial rails. **Key features:** - Modern, programmable infrastructure - Low-cost operations - Built for the digital age This represents a fundamental shift in how financial institutions can operate, moving away from legacy systems toward infrastructure they control. The technology aims to end siloed financial systems and introduce programmable finance with privacy at its core. Financial institutions face pressure to adapt to customer demands for more efficient, transparent systems or risk obsolescence.

**Prividiums** introduce a new approach to institutional blockchain compliance by combining **role-based access controls** with **zero-knowledge proofs**. Key features: - Institutions can demonstrate regulatory compliance without revealing confidential business data - Controlled disclosures allow selective information sharing - Built on ZK Stack for Ethereum-secured infrastructure The platform addresses a core challenge: enabling institutions to operate onchain while maintaining privacy and meeting regulatory requirements. Rather than choosing between transparency and confidentiality, Prividiums use cryptographic methods to prove compliance mathematically. This matters as regulatory frameworks like the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act emphasize compliance and risk management. Traditional approaches often require exposing sensitive data, while Prividiums enable verification without disclosure. Learn more: [Prividium Overview](https://www.zksync.io/prividium)

Major financial institutions including Citi and Deutsche Bank are exploring **Prividiums** - a new blockchain-based system for corporate treasury management. **Key Features:** - Replaces fragmented corporate accounts with consolidated wallets - Enables real-time liquidity instead of batch settlement - Automates treasury workflows through programmable systems - Maintains data privacy while preserving regulatory visibility - Settles payments in seconds without friction The initiative involves 30+ financial institutions working to modernize how corporations manage their treasury operations using blockchain technology.