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ZKsync has shared updates on **The Prividium Breakthrough Initiative**, a collaborative effort focused on institutional crypto adoption. The initiative involves: - Global institutions testing Prividium capabilities - Partnership with Chainlink, the leading oracle platform - Focus on native interoperability for institutional use cases Chainlink, a long-standing ZKsync partner, emphasizes the importance of **native interoperability** for bringing capital markets onchain and enabling institutional crypto adoption. The Prividium project represents ZKsync's continued work on infrastructure that bridges traditional finance with blockchain technology through its zkRollup Layer 2 solution. [Learn more about the initiative](https://x.com/zksync/status/1977710454177698252)

**ZKsync has introduced Prividiums**, a new privacy solution designed specifically for institutional adoption of blockchain technology. **Key features:** - Enables institutions to control data location and storage - Allows setting custom rules and permissions for regulatory compliance - Makes privacy the default for enterprise applications - Designed to feel natural for development teams familiar with traditional enterprise infrastructure According to ZKsync representatives, Prividiums offer a pragmatic approach for institutions entering the onchain ecosystem. The solution addresses two critical institutional needs: maintaining privacy while meeting compliance requirements. The 2026 roadmap emphasizes making private application development on ZKsync seamless for enterprise teams, marking a shift toward privacy-first design in institutional blockchain adoption.

**Fermah has successfully launched its Universal Proof Market on internal mainnet**, marking a significant milestone in ZKsync's partnership with the proving network. - ZKsync emphasizes that **system resilience and access to external proving networks** are key priorities for the Layer 2 protocol - The proof market aims to provide **more choice for ZKsync builders** while advancing decentralization efforts - This development represents progress toward **scalable and cost-effective proof generation** for zero-knowledge rollups The launch follows previous announcements about the partnership, which focuses on expanding proving infrastructure options for the ZKsync ecosystem.

zkSync has released its 2026 roadmap, building on its 2025 technical priorities. The Layer 2 solution continues its focus on three core areas: **Developer & User Experience** - Full EVM equivalence - WASM contracts support - VS Code debugger integration - Intuitive wallet interfaces - One-click onramps **Privacy & Security** - Private validiums - Stage 1 and Stage 2 rollup maturity - Decentralized sequencing and proving **Performance & Interoperability** - Target: 10,000 TPS at $0.0001 per transaction - Fast native transfers and cross-chain messaging The 2026 roadmap emphasizes real-world infrastructure development, aiming to make zkRollups the preferred choice for developers. This represents a continuation of zkSync's mission to accelerate crypto adoption through improved scalability and user experience. [Read the full 2026 roadmap](https://www.zksync.io/blog/zksync-roadmap-2026) [Full report on Cryptopolitan](https://www.cryptopolitan.com/zksync-sets-real-world-infrastructure/)

The bipartisan **Digital Asset Market Clarity Act** establishes compliance and risk management as core requirements for the onchain economy. The legislation reveals a critical challenge: **effective compliance requires both privacy and control**. Without these elements, regulatory adherence becomes impractical for financial institutions. Prividiums offer a solution by enabling what's termed "Incorruptible Finance" - a framework that addresses both privacy and interoperability needs. This approach allows financial institutions to meet regulatory requirements while maintaining necessary privacy controls. The technology represents an attempt to bridge the gap between regulatory compliance demands and the privacy requirements of institutional participants in blockchain networks.

Abstract Chain has launched new funding methods to simplify crypto onboarding for users. **New payment options include:** - Credit and debit cards - Apple Pay and Google Pay - AstroPay - Bank transfers - Swift payments The expanded payment infrastructure aims to lower barriers for users entering the crypto ecosystem through the Ethereum Layer 2 network. [View announcement](https://x.com/AbstractChain/status/2009294171387912316)

**GenLayer has launched its Testnet Bradbury**, marking a significant step toward mainnet deployment. The platform introduces a novel approach by **integrating AI with blockchain consensus mechanisms**. This combination enables: - Consensus through multiple AI models - Trustless decision-making capabilities - Real-time data processing GenLayer's Intelligence contracts will be accessible across the Elastic Network, a zkRollup Layer 2 solution focused on crypto mass adoption. The testnet represents the first implementation where AI and blockchain consensus work together in a decentralized environment.

Creator Chain is transitioning from testnet to mainnet in January 2026. This marks a significant step forward for the Ethereum zkRollup Layer 2 platform. **What This Means:** - Real-world adoption becomes possible - Creator-focused applications can now go live - The platform moves beyond testing phase The mainnet launch enables actual use cases and applications built specifically for creators to operate on the network. [Official announcement](https://x.com/oncreator_/status/2009218534274969944)

Taran Space has released their second public audit report focusing on the elliptic curve cryptography modules that power ZKsync OS. **Key Details:** - The audit provides an in-depth technical review of cryptographic components - This marks the second public security assessment by Taran Space for ZKsync - The review examines critical infrastructure supporting the Layer 2 protocol Elliptic curve cryptography forms a foundational security layer for ZKsync's operations. Independent audits help identify potential vulnerabilities and strengthen the protocol's security posture. The full audit report is available through Taran Space's announcement on X.

**Grvt has been approved as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) on Upbit**, enabling secure digital asset transfers between the two platforms. - The approval strengthens **compliant crypto infrastructure** for users in Singapore - Transfers between Grvt and Upbit are now officially supported - This development follows Upbit Singapore's in-principal approval to provide regulated digital payment token services under Singapore's Payment Services Act 2019 The VASP designation allows Grvt to operate within Singapore's regulatory framework, facilitating smoother cross-platform transactions for users while maintaining compliance standards.