Verifiability and Cryptography in Web3

This chapter examines the significance of verifiability in emerging technologies, particularly focusing on zero-knowledge proofs and their role in enhancing trust within the digital landscape. It discusses the challenges and economic incentives surrounding the adoption of cryptographic advancements while addressing misconceptions about the bottlenecks to mass adoption in blockchain technology. The chapter concludes with optimism about the integration of Web3 principles into daily life and the transformative potential of AI in engineering solutions for future transactions.