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ZKsync has launched **Prividium**, a blockchain platform designed specifically for institutional use. The solution addresses key enterprise requirements: - **User-level privacy** through zero-knowledge cryptography - **Built-in compliance** via role-based access controls and controlled disclosures - **Cross-chain connectivity** with native Ethereum integration - **Enterprise-grade security** out of the box Prividium enables institutions to issue **tokenized deposits** on private chains, solving limitations of public stablecoins and legacy payment rails. Use cases include: - Real-time cross-border payments with near-instant settlement - Programmable corporate treasury management - Automated workflows replacing fragmented bank accounts - Intraday repo and liquidity operations The platform has attracted interest from major financial institutions including Citi and Deutsche Bank, with 30+ institutions exploring the technology. Unlike traditional approaches that treat privacy and compliance as opposing forces, Prividium uses cryptographic proofs to enforce both simultaneously. [Learn more about Prividium](https://www.zksync.io/prividium)

**Prividium** is positioning itself as a comprehensive banking infrastructure layer for Ethereum, emphasizing privacy and regulatory compliance. **Key Features:** - Privacy-preserving architecture that maintains confidentiality where needed - Built-in compliance mechanisms for regulatory requirements - Seamless connectivity with the broader Ethereum ecosystem - zkRollup Layer 2 technology for scalability The platform aims to bridge the gap between traditional banking expectations and decentralized finance by offering a "bank stack" that provides privacy without sacrificing interoperability. This approach targets users seeking personal sovereignty while maintaining necessary regulatory frameworks. Prividium's infrastructure could enable financial applications that require confidentiality—such as payroll, business transactions, or personal banking—while remaining connected to Ethereum's open ecosystem.

**The shift to instant settlement is reshaping finance.** Stablecoins have already begun transforming payment systems, and tokenized deposits are positioned to be the next major development. **Key developments:** - Tokenized deposits will allow institutions to issue regulated digital money - These digital assets can move in real time across markets and international borders - Industry experts predict tokenized deposits could become the fastest growing onchain asset class **Why this matters for banks:** Tokenized deposits offer traditional financial institutions a way to remain competitive in the digital assets economy while maintaining regulatory compliance. The technology enables instant settlement without sacrificing the regulatory framework that institutions require, bridging traditional finance with blockchain infrastructure.

The ZK token staking program has reached a significant milestone with **200 million $ZK tokens now staked** on the network. This represents substantial growth from the 170M $ZK staked just weeks earlier during the pilot program's second week. The staking program continues to show strong community participation and positive governance signals across the zkRollup Layer 2 network. The current target rate remains at 4.0% APR for stakers participating in the program.

**ADI Chain has chosen ZKsync** after evaluating multiple blockchain architectures to serve as the secure gateway connecting regulated financial infrastructure to Ethereum. The decision centers on ZKsync's **ZK Stack technology**, which enables institutional adoption through a sovereign and interconnected approach. ADI Chain's selection reflects the platform's focus on bringing traditional financial institutions onchain while maintaining regulatory compliance. **Key factors in the decision:** - Security architecture suitable for regulated environments - Sovereign infrastructure capabilities - Interconnected ecosystem design - zkRollup Layer 2 scalability A detailed case study documenting ADI Chain's evaluation process and technical requirements is available at [zksync.io/case-studies/adi-chain](https://www.zksync.io/case-studies/adi-chain).

**ADIChain** is building on ZKsync with an ambitious goal: onboard 1 billion users to blockchain by 2030. **Target Markets:** - Middle East - Asia - Africa The project focuses on regions lacking access to blockchain technology and its real-world benefits. **Key Partners:** - [Mastercard](https://twitter.com/Mastercard) - [M-PESA Foundation](https://twitter.com/MPESA_FDN) - [BlackRock](https://twitter.com/BlackRock) - [FTI](https://twitter.com/FTI_US) ADIChain is developing the first Dirham-backed stablecoin in partnership with First Abu Dhabi Bank, ADQ, and IHC, regulated by the UAE Central Bank. The initiative aims to provide blockchain access to underserved populations across three continents through strategic partnerships with major financial institutions.

Prividium has launched as a blockchain platform designed specifically for institutional users requiring data privacy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise-level control. **Key Features:** - Privacy with public proofs - Built-in compliance mechanisms - Enterprise control capabilities - Direct connectivity options The platform positions itself as the only solution purpose-built for institutions balancing privacy requirements with connectivity needs. Prividium aims to address institutional concerns around data sovereignty while maintaining blockchain's transparency benefits through its proof system.

Edena is advancing its vision to tokenize sovereign real-world assets (RWAs) onchain, as detailed in a Bloomberg Opinion piece. The initiative aligns with broader industry trends: - **Bank of America Global Research** projects tokenization will reshape financial infrastructure over the next 5-15 years - Traditional assets moving onchain represents a fundamental shift in how financial and non-financial markets operate - The focus extends beyond cryptocurrency to encompass real-world asset tokenization Edena's approach centers on bringing sovereign assets onchain through tokenization, potentially bridging traditional finance with blockchain infrastructure. [Read the full Bloomberg article](https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2026-02-19/ditch-the-bitcoin-illusion-and-tokenize-real-assets)

**ZKsync has been selected by EDENA to provide infrastructure for bringing over $20 billion in sovereign assets onchain.** The partnership centers on two key capabilities: - **Confidential settlement infrastructure** that protects sensitive financial data - **Cryptographic proof systems** enabling verification of compliance, ownership, and solvency without exposing underlying information EDENA, described as the first Autonomic Financial OS, requires both privacy and verifiable assurance for handling sovereign capital. ZKsync's zero-knowledge technology addresses both requirements within EDENA's architecture. This represents a significant step in institutional adoption, with sovereign wealth—traditionally managed through opaque legacy systems—moving to blockchain infrastructure that balances transparency requirements with confidentiality needs.

**ZKsync's Staking Pilot Program Update** The $ZK Staking Pilot Program has reached a significant milestone with **200M $ZK already delegated and staked**. The target APR has been increased from 5% to **6% APR**. **Key Details:** - Season 1 remains capped at **400M $ZK** - Once the cap fills, new staking only opens as others unstake - No lockups - users can stake/unstake at any time - Rewards tied to active delegation through Delegate-to-Stake mechanism - Current active voting power: ~1.1B $ZK **Why It Matters:** The program strengthens governance reliability by connecting rewards eligibility to active delegation. More staked $ZK and active delegation creates more resilient governance for protocol proposals, upgrades, and emergency responses. [Delegate and Stake](https://vote.zknation.io/dao/stake/direct)