Zircuit Announces Launch of Public Testnet for Zero-Knowledge Rollup
Zircuit, a new zero-knowledge rollup backed by pioneering L2 research, has revealed the introduction of its public testnet. The platform is fully EVM compatible and supports existing Ethereum dApps and wallets, allowing any dApp on Ethereum to deploy on Zircuit with minimal changes. To mark the launch, Zircuit will be hosting a multi-day event during Devconnect starting on Monday, November 13th.
Pioneering Research Initiatives
Over the last eighteen months, the Zircuit team has been leading various research initiatives such as rollup security tooling, rollup compression, and scaling cryptography. This work has been recognized with grants awarded by the Ethereum Foundation for Layer 2 (L2) research. The upcoming testnet integrates these research advances and new technology to create an evolved L2 environment for developers.
Hybrid Approach and Benefits
Zircuit uses a hybrid approach that combines zero-knowledge proofs with optimistic infrastructure. This approach results in more efficient proof generation, reducing fees, and developing new compression algorithms to increase transaction speeds and save users gas. Security at the sequencer level blocks malicious transactions while still enabling developers to see hacking attempts. Transactions on Zircuit are cheap and easy to set up.
Seamless Transition and End User Experience
The unique combination of rollup and ZK technology in Zircuit provides a streamlined experience for end users. Ethereum applications can seamlessly deploy onto Zircuit without learning a new programming language or framework. This compatibility gives users the ability to enjoy new features, speed, and cost benefits of these dApps without having to learn anything extra.
Hot Take: Paving the Way for New Generation of Rollups
Dr. Jan Gorzny, Head of L2 Scaling at Zircuit, stated that their research on rollups led them to create an L2 scaling solution that is breaking new ground and paving the way for a new generation of rollups. It’s taking the existing technology further and easing use for both developers and dApp users.
Grand Cayman, CAYMAN ISLANDS, November 9th, 2023, Chainwire
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