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- #12 | The Rise of Orochi Network
With Chiro Hiro, CEO of Orochi
- This week, we spoke with Chiro Hiro, Founder at Orochi, about his journey and the evolution of Orochi’s cutting-edge ZK technologies. We covered the following topics:
- Inside look into grants from Ethereum Foundation and Mina Foundation
- deep dive into zkDatabase and ZK Memory and Orochi unique approach to data availability and zk scaling
- The Vietnamese eco-system, ZK marketing with ambassador program and a look in 2025 plans
Links
Orochi's Website: https://www.orochi.network/
Orochi's Twitter/X: https://x.com/OrochiNetwork
Chiro's Twitter/X: https://x.com/Chiro8x
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
46 min - #11 | Taiko: A Based Roadmap with No Turning Back
With Brecht Devos, Co-founder & CTO of Taiko
- This week, we spoke with Brecht Devos, co-founder and CTO of Taiko, about his journey and the evolution of Taiko as a Based ZK rollup. Key takeaways include:
- Insights into Taiko’s unique stack designs, such as the multi-tier proof system, based sequencing, and pre-confirmation.
- The rationale behind introducing Gwyneth, a next-generation based rollup focusing on real-time proving and composability with other based rollups.
- Key milestones for 2025, including onboarding more provers on-chain, achieving 100% zk coverage for proving, and advancing toward Stage 1 for Taiko.
- A forward-looking vision aligned with Ethereum’s snarkification roadmap, aiming to enhance scalability and composability while preserving decentralization and user experience.
Links
Brecht's X/Twitter: https://x.com/Brechtpd
Taiko's X/Twitter: https://x.com/taikoxyzYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career52 min - #10 | SpaceCoin: To Infinity and Beyond
With Matej Yangwao & Daniel Exponent, co-founders at SpaceCoin
- This week, we spoke with Matej (Yangwao) and Daniel, the founders of SpaceCoin.
- SpaceCoin is building a secure, distributed compute network in space: pioneering the “space computer”—a tamper-proof infrastructure complementing Earth's blockchain systems.
- We explored SpaceCoin's vision, its Layer 1 celestial network, and the exciting research challenges of operating in orbit. With their first nodes launching soon, the future of space-based compute is closer than ever.
Links
SpaceCoin's Website: https://www.spacecoin.xyz/
Daniel's X/Twitter: https://x.com/semicondurian
Matej's X/Twitter: https://x.com/yangWao
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
42 min - #09 | 3MI Labs: When Research Meets Industry
With Tomer Ashur, CEO & Chief Scientist at 3MI Labs
- This week, we spoke with Tomer Ashur, founder and CEO at 3MI Labs
- 3MI Labs a research house known for its multidisciplinary team and pioneering approach to cryptography. Tomer shared his journey, emphasizing his goal of creating a world-class research organization
- We explored 3MI Labs' work model and how it enables deep, long-term collaboration with clients in Web3 and beyond. Tomer highlighted their work on Polygon Miden's as an example of impactful innovation.
- Tomer also discussed the 3MI's academic collaborations, dual focus on applied and theoretical cryptography, and philosophy of fostering confidence in cryptographic primitives through rigorous analysis.
- Tomer Reflected on the state of programable cryptography, Web3's collaborative spirit and its role in accelerating the adoption of these technologies. _🪙
Links
3MI website: https://www.3milabs.tech/
Tomer's X/Twitter: https://x.com/TomerAshur
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
56 min - #08 | Inversed Tech, Forward Cryptography
With Daniel Benarroch, Founder & CEO of Inversed Tech
- In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of welcoming Daniel Benarroch, founder and CEO of Inversed Tech, a cryptographic R&D team building the infrastructure for the open internet.
- From securing biometric systems for Worldcoin to designing ZKVM protocols with Scroll, this conversation dives deep into cutting-edge privacy tech.
- We explore Inversed Tech’s |three m-ain i-deas:| security, programmability, and identity, and how they’re enabling impactful solutions.
- Daniel shares his vision for a ZK MPC VM and the challenges of making cryptography usable beyond blockchain applications.
- We hear about the unique coaching framework Daniel has implemented at Inversed Tech, creating a mindful, connected, and growth-oriented work environment.
- Daniel reflects on the role of blockchain in advancing cryptography and shares his thoughts on driving adoption in real-world use cases.
- Finally, Daniel shares his bullish take on Worldcoin and its potential to redefine digital identity through secure and scalable technology.
Links
Inversed Tech Website: https://inversed.tech/
Daniel's X/Twitter: https://x.com/benarrochdaniel?lang=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career50 min - #07 | Going Boundless with Risc Zero
With Jeremy Bruestle, Co-founder and CEO & Brett Carter, VP of Product at Risc Zero
- In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jeremy and Brett from Risc Zero. From centralized verifiable computing to programable privacy, this conversation is rich with information!
- We review the portfolio of products built around Risc Zero ZKVM for example, Zeth and Steel, and how they can lead to a vertically integrated solution.
- We learn what exciting apps and PoCs devs have been building on top of R0 ZKVM, commercially and in hackathons
- We go deep into Boundless, a universal zk stack: what it is, upcoming milestones, mechanism design, and more
Links
Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/
Jeremy's X/Twitter: https://x.com/BruestleJeremy
Brett's X/Twitter: https://x.com/Xi_195
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingo_zk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
44 min - #06 | Avail Unveiled
With Anurag Arjun, Founder at Avail
- In this episode, we learn how Avail transitioned from a Polygon project to an independent blockchain infrastructure provider.
- We discuss in depth the different components of the Avail stack and how they cover all aspects of blockchain design.
- We go deeper into Avail roadmap: milestones, developer interface, and partnerships.
- Finally, Anurag shares with us his vision and the central role ZK plays in it
Links
Anurag's X/Twitter: https://x.com/anuragarjun
https://www.availproject.org/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingo_zk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
49 min - #05 | Gevulot Early Days
With Teemu Päivinen, Founder & CEO at Gevulot
- This episode explores the architecture of ZK Cloud, where a blockchain manages validators and prover nodes perform zero-knowledge computations.
- We trace the journey from the initial DevNet launch to "Firestarter" mainnet and beyond and outline the roadmap toward full decentralization
- The discussion highlights how Gevulot’s network achieves significant cost savings, offering a more affordable alternative to traditional services like AWS.
- We address the technical and economic challenges involved in building a decentralized, permissionless prover network.
- Finally, we examine Gevulot’s vision for scalable, decentralized computing and its potential impact on the future of zero-knowledge technology.
Links
Teemu Päivinen's X/Twitter: https://x.com/teemupai
https://www.gevulot.com/https://www.gevulot.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingo_zk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
48 min - #04 | The Digital Shekel Challenge
With Jonathan Rouach, CEO & Co-Founder of Qedit
Discussed expanding ZKP applications, including digital shekel transactions and secure identity verification.
Explained compliance approach in ZKPs, balancing strong privacy protections with regulatory needs.
Highlighted ongoing ZKP standards to enhance security and reliability.
Positioned ZKPs as increasingly attractive to traditional sectors exploring decentralized tech.
Mentioned future potential in combining ZKPs with generative AI for innovative applications.
Links
Jonathan Rouach’s Twitter/X: https://x.com/jonrouach
https://qed-it.com/
https://zkproof.org/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingo_zk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career49 min - #03 | The Magic of Verification Layer
With Roberto Catalán, CEO of Aligned & Francisco Strambini, Leadership of Lambdaclass
Discussed reducing ZK costs on Ethereum to encourage broader use.
Explained Align’s infrastructure, using proof aggregation and decentralized verification, achieving 90% cost reduction.
Highlighted flexibility in verification methods, offering both fast and in-depth options based on developer needs.
Positioned Align as adaptable for all proof types, enhancing interoperability.
Mentioned Align’s focus on usability, planning a hackathon to ease Web2 developer transition to ZK.
Emphasized Lambda Class's culture of adaptability and rapid learning as key to Align’s success.
Links
Aligned X/Twitter: https://x.com/alignedlayer
Francisco Strambini X/Twitter: https://x.com/fran_strambini
https://alignedlayer.com/
https://lambdaclass.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingo_zk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ingo_zk
GitHub: https://github.com/ingonyama-zk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ingonyama
Join us: https://www.ingonyama.com/career
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A fun spot dedicated to exploring the latest in product innovation for cryptography, privacy, security, and scalability—powered by the magic of Zero Knowledge!