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ZPrize

2 parts August 2023 – May 2024 5 min in total ZK/SEC
  1. Part 1

    zkSecurity partners with ZPrize to make you win hundreds of thousands of dollars!

    We're gearing up for this year's ZPrize competition, where we'll be hosting the High Throughput Signature Verification category. This challenge is all about creating the most efficient signature verification circuit using Aleo's Varuna proof system. Participants will work with ECDSA on the Bitcoin and Ethereum curve and the Ethereum hash function, keccak256. It's a great chance to dive into some of the hottest problems in arithmetic circuits and optimize cryptographic algorithms. If you're curious about pushing the boundaries in ZK, join us and share your feedback on our prize specification through our Discord channel.

  2. Part 2

    ZPrize Came To An End! Who And How Did They Win $500,000?

    In an exciting collaboration with ZPrize, we embarked on a journey to discover the fastest proofs for ECDSA signatures, ultimately crowning two standout approaches as winners. The blog post delves into the innovative solutions that captured the $500,000 prize by pushing the boundaries of zero-knowledge proofs. The story offers a fascinating glimpse into how these cutting-edge techniques might pave the way for privacy-focused applications. Curious to know which teams came out on top and how they did it? Dive in to explore the thrilling results and what's next in the ZK space!

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