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Prividium now supports Hyperledger Besu, bringing zero-knowledge privacy to 35% of global enterprise blockchains. **Key features:** - Institutions can add ZK-proven privacy without replacing existing infrastructure - Enables Ethereum connectivity while maintaining current contracts and validators - No need for new regulatory approvals - Functions as an upgrade rather than a complete system replacement This integration allows financial market infrastructures running on Besu to enhance privacy capabilities while preserving their existing blockchain setup.

**Ethereum Labs** has officially launched as a dedicated research and development organization focused on building technology and standards for Ethereum's evolution as a global settlement layer. **Key developments:** - The new independent lab represents a shift in Ethereum's development structure, moving R&D beyond the Ethereum Foundation - Aims to decentralize protocol development by distributing research across multiple organizations - Focuses on creating the infrastructure needed for Ethereum to function as reliable global settlement infrastructure The launch signals a maturation of Ethereum's governance model, with the community recognizing that critical infrastructure shouldn't depend on a single organization for development and maintenance.

**ZKsync has contributed to a research paper by Ubyx examining the foundational requirements for agentic commerce.** The paper addresses three critical areas: - Governance frameworks for autonomous agents - Liability structures in agent-driven transactions - Regulatory considerations for agentic economies **Identity and privacy emerge as key challenges** that need resolution before widespread adoption of autonomous economic agents can occur. The research aims to establish trusted infrastructure necessary for agents to conduct commerce independently while maintaining accountability and compliance.

**Institutional adoption is becoming crypto's next major frontier**, and ZKsync is emerging as a frontrunner according to recent analysis. **Key developments:** - Decentralised Co's latest report identifies ZKsync as the strongest contender for institutional adoption among Layer 2 solutions - The Ethereum zkRollup is positioning itself as a trustworthy settlement layer for institutional and sovereign finance - Previous analysis from Delphi Digital explored ZKsync's infrastructure designed specifically for institutional requirements As traditional finance increasingly explores blockchain integration, Layer 2 solutions that can meet institutional standards for security, compliance, and scalability are gaining attention. ZKsync's zero-knowledge proof technology appears to be addressing these requirements. [Read the full report](https://x.com/Decentralisedco/status/2069820144008974394)

**ZKsync has launched private atomic delivery versus payment (DvP) on Prividium**, addressing a critical challenge in institutional settlement. **Key features:** - Eliminates principal risk in cross-institutional settlements - Delivery and payment settle simultaneously as one atomic event - Operates across two independently governed Zones - Maintains transaction privacy while recording proof on Ethereum - Requires no mutual trust between trading parties This development enables institutions to coordinate tokenized asset swaps without the traditional settlement risks. The solution combines privacy with atomic settlement, creating new possibilities for on-chain institutional trading. The technology was previously keynoted at ETHConf by @gluk64, demonstrating how Prividiums can enable a new network economy on-chain without compromising on privacy or security. [Learn more about Prividium](https://www.zksync.io/prividium)

ZKsync has published a new blog post examining the intersection of sovereignty, interoperability, and zero-knowledge technology in blockchain systems. The post explores how these three concepts work together in the context of Ethereum scaling solutions. As a zkRollup Layer 2, ZKsync continues to focus on technical approaches that balance network independence with cross-chain connectivity. This follows recent developments including the $ZK token listing on Bitstamp, which expanded access to over 4 million users across 100+ countries. [Read the full post](https://www.zksync.io/blog/sovereignty-interoperability-zero-knowledge)

Across Protocol has become one of the first three teams to join OpenZeppelin's Continuous Security Program, alongside Uniswap and zkSync. **Key Points:** - The program provides AI-powered security with always-on coverage - Moves beyond traditional point-in-time audits to continuous monitoring - Aims to build trust with enterprise customers through proven security standards - Reflects DeFi's evolution toward institutional-grade security practices The initiative addresses a critical need as DeFi protocols seek broader adoption by demonstrating commitment to security as an ongoing process rather than periodic checkpoints.

ZKsync's first staking pilot season has ended, marking a significant milestone for the Layer 2 network. **Key Metrics:** - Total $ZK staked: ~350 million - New active delegation: ~200 million - Total active delegation: ~1.2 billion - Rewards distributed: 5 million $ZK - Target rate: 10.0% APR The pilot program tested staking mechanics and community participation on the zkRollup network. A comprehensive Season 1 Summary and Key Takeaways Report will be published to the forums soon, detailing performance data and lessons learned. The results will inform the design of future staking seasons as ZKsync continues building its proof-of-stake infrastructure.

**Transaction Submission Paused** ZKsync has halted transaction submissions as the Security Council verifies the final state root before launching the claim contract. **Key Timeline** - Verification process expected to take approximately **203 days** (4,872 hours) - Withdrawals will be enabled only after verification completes - Claims will go live following successful verification **Important Reminders** - Funds not withdrawn before May 4 are **not lost** - All funds remain fully claimable through upcoming tools - Read-only API will stay online for at least one year - Funds remain protected under governance The team will provide updates once claiming becomes available. This follows the previously announced ZKsync Lite deprecation plan.

**Cari Network is building the first tokenized deposits network in the United States**, developed alongside five regional banks: Huntington Bank, First Horizon, M&T Bank, KeyBank, and Old National. Together representing $600B in deposits, these institutions are leveraging ZKsync's Prividium technology to bring bank-issued digital deposits onchain. **Key differences from stablecoins:** - Tokenized deposits are direct bank liabilities, not synthetic assets - Integrated with core banking systems - Eligible for FDIC insurance - Operate within existing regulatory frameworks **What Prividium enables:** - Private, enterprise-controlled blockchain infrastructure - Real-time settlement while maintaining compliance - Security anchored to Ethereum - 24/7 programmable money within banking regulations The network aims to modernize deposit infrastructure for the $8.3T held by regional banks, allowing them to compete in the digital assets economy while preserving privacy and regulatory safeguards. [Read the full case study](https://www.zksync.io/case-studies/cari-network)