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What is Zk-SNARKs?

Crypto Glossary Definition

An implementation of a Zero Knowledge Proof used by ZCash among other cryptocurrencies.

Why Zk-SNARKs Matters

zk-SNARKs are a specific, efficient form of zero-knowledge proof — the technology behind privacy coins like Zcash and behind zk-rollups, a Layer 2 scaling approach that proves a batch of transactions is valid without publishing all of their details on-chain.

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