Bankless The zkEVM is Here | Alex Gluchowski of zkSync
Mar 2, 2022
Alex Gluchowski, CEO & Co-Founder of Matter Labs and zkSync, discusses the groundbreaking introduction of EVM-compatible ZK Rollups on Ethereum’s testnet. He shares insights on the monumental leap in blockchain scalability this represents. The conversation highlights the significance of zero-knowledge proofs in enhancing decentralized solutions. Additionally, Alex reflects on the team's resilience in supporting friends in Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of community and innovation amidst challenges in the crypto landscape.
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ZK-EVM Breakthrough
- ZK proofs were thought to be inefficient for general computation due to the overhead of representing flexible programs in mathematical form.
- Matter Labs overcame this by building a hybrid system combining flexible and rigid parts, optimizing the rigid part.
zkEVM Bytecode
- The zkEVM doesn't execute EVM bytecode directly but uses an optimized virtual machine bytecode.
- A compiler translates Solidity and other languages into this bytecode, allowing for flexibility and potential integration of other languages in the future.
ZK Sync 2.0 Testnet
- The ZK Sync 2.0 public testnet allows deploying Solidity smart contracts and interacting with them via Web3 API.
- The testnet has been running privately for some time, allowing for feedback collection and bug fixes before public release.