A dedicated group of Ethereum enthusiasts is on the cusp of unveiling their groundbreaking project, Scroll, a zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine (zkEVM) that has been two years in the making.
While other zero-knowledge EVMs already exist, Scroll’s co-founder, Ye Zhang, emphasized that their endeavor is driven by a deep commitment to Ethereum’s core values.
For Zhang and his team, Scroll represents more than just solving computational puzzles; it’s a labor of love rooted in Ethereum’s ethos of decentralization.
They’ve approached this project with an open-source, community-driven philosophy, nurturing organic growth and eschewing aggressive marketing tactics.
The zkEVM’s launch is imminent, following rigorous testing and code audits.
Zhang anticipates Scroll’s release after critical projects like Uniswap and Aave are primed to deploy on its platform.
Zhang, a mathematician, holds zk-rollups in high regard, considering them the “holy grail” of layer-2 scaling solutions due to their cost-effectiveness and robust security.
Scroll’s entry into the zero-knowledge EVM arena coincides with other solutions from industry players like Polygon, Immutable, StarkWare, zkSync Era, and ConsenSys’ Linea, which debuted in August.
Zhang expressed confidence in Scroll’s superiority, citing “complete proof” of all Ethereum “opcodes” and transaction components, unlike some competing systems with “unproven” elements.
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Scroll is fundamentally a layer-2 scaling project developed over a two-year span.
It leverages zero-knowledge proofs to offload data compression off-chain, ensuring that only proofs are submitted on-chain, thereby enhancing throughput.
As part of their commitment to the ecosystem, Scroll regularly publishes updates, spotlighting new projects within their ecosystem.
They recently focused on DeFi aggregators and permissionless lending protocols.
Crucially, Scroll’s EVM component offers full native compatibility with existing Ethereum software and applications.
While initial setup involves some centralization, with sequencers playing a role, Zhang envisions a decentralized roadmap unfolding gradually over time.
In conclusion, Scroll’s imminent launch as a zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine reflects a passionate commitment to Ethereum’s principles, offering a promising addition to the expanding landscape of layer-2 scaling solutions.
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