Here we report on the progress of the leading builders in the Ethereum zkL2 ecosystem, documenting recent significant releases, technical breakthroughs and general updates
@NoirLang v1.0.0-beta.2 introduces key improvements for developers, with a new loop keyword allowing infinite loops in unconstrained functions, enabling more dynamic control flows. The Nargo test command now supports multiple test execution, simplifying complex projects. Additionally, the Language Server Protocol (LSP) enhances IDE support with trait method suggestions and auto-imports. These updates refine workflows and usability: https://x.com/NoirLang/status/1899225957078315378…
In other Noir gud news, @hashcloak completed a project through the Noir Research Grant, implementing logistic regression in Noir to train models without sharing private data. Using MPC and ZK via co-noir @TACEO_IO, they ensured privacy and verifiable execution. Testing on the Iris dataset took 1.1 hours. Their work shows privacy-preserving ML is feasible, with room for optimization: https://x.com/hashcloak/status/1898056206528528676…
Finally, House of ZK released an interview with @Zac_Aztec, CEO of @aztecnetwork, from NOIRCON 1 at @EthereumDenver: https://x.com/HouseofZK/status/1901205586848395459
@Scroll_ZKP has announced its 2025 roadmap focusing on security, performance, and user experience. It aims to become the first stage-1 zkRollup by April and reach stage-2 by year-end, ensuring @ethereum-level security. Scroll targets 10,000 TPS with sub-cent fees through major upgrades like Reth migration and zkVM advancements. It will also introduce real-time proving under 30 seconds and improve UX via account abstraction and global fiat on/off-ramps: https://scroll.io/blog/scroll-roadmap-2025…
They are also launching Open Campus, an eight-week Web3 program in Kuala Lumpur for founders to build, grow, and secure funding. Participants receive mentorship, collaborate in person, and can access up to 500,000 SCR. Kuala Lumpur was chosen for its accessibility and tech scene. Applications close March 24, 2025, with the program starting May 5: https://scroll.io/blog/introducing-open-campus…
Finally, two partnerships were recently announced by Scroll:
• Integrating @fermah_xyz to enhance proof generation for zkEVM scaling. Fermah’s proof market enables builders to focus on development without worrying about infrastructure, making zkEVM development more accessible: https://x.com/Scroll_ZKP/status/1891914412388384909…
• With @ChainPatrol to strengthen security within the Open Economy. This partnership focuses on real-time threat monitoring, swift domain takedown responses, and advanced impersonation prevention to protect the Scroll community: https://x.com/Scroll_ZKP/status/1891835566863548808
On @0xPolygon PoS, @gauntlet_xyz and @compoundfinance have launched @MorphoLabs-powered lending vaults with $3 million in incentives from Polygon and Compound. The vaults aim to improve DeFi lending with faster asset listings, optimized liquidations, and adaptive rates. Gauntlet manages risk, while Morpho ensures efficient lending to boost Polygon’s DeFi ecosystem: https://polygon.technology/blog/millions-in-incentives-for-defi-on-polygon-pos-gauntlet-and-compound-introduce-morpho-powered-lending-vaults
In other news, Co-founder @jbaylina participated in @Zk_Hub_Global, where he joined a panel discussion on "What is the Optimal Approach to Ethereum Scaling?" alongside core team members from @MetisL2, @nil_foundation, @malda_xyz, and @LineaBuild.
Polygon was a core sponsor of this event, organized by @HouseofZK. The panel recording will be released soon on YouTube and X.
@KakarotZkEvm has joined the @ethereum Beam Chain initiative, collaborating with eight global teams to advance Ethereum's ZK technology. They aim to develop a ZK State Transition Function (STF) for Ethereum and focus on proving the network’s capabilities in real time throughout 2025: https://x.com/KakarotZkEvm/status/1896883270006030399…
In addition, the project has open-sourced ZK-PIG, a tool that prepares Ethereum blockchain data for ZKP generation. By making ZK-PIG public, they aim to support a collaborative ecosystem for converting EVM blocks into prover-ready inputs: https://x.com/KakarotZkEvm/status/1891836197539893701…
Kakarot also announced a major improvement to their ZK-PI Generator, reducing the time to create a Prover Input from 2 minutes to just 3 seconds. The team shared that this marks over a 50x increase in efficiency for the system: https://x.com/KakarotZkEvm/status/1900575711628243132…
Finally, @ETazou, CEO of Kakarot, participated in @Zk_Hub_Global, organized by @HouseofZK as part of @EthereumDenver. He joined the panel, where participants discussed insights from the @eth_proofs initiative and its role in the future of @ethereum block execution proofs, alongside representatives from @o1_labs, @Snarkify_ZKP, and @ProjectZKM: https://x.com/HouseofZK/status/1897560527846420993
@LineaBuild and @DapDapMeUp have launched 'Coinmunity Cashback', a decentralized reward program for @MetaMask Card users. Shoppers can earn up to 9% back - 8% in crypto and 1% in USDC - on real-world spending. Built on Linea, this system lets projects reward verified users with tokens, NFTs, and more, turning everyday purchases into onchain assets: https://linea.mirror.xyz/gLosdaZ5PjstsYzMwdFNdk3s3WqrGZ5IXOxtKj183Uw…
In addition, Linea will become the first L2 network to upgrade seamlessly from bridged USDC to native USDC, backed by @circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol V2. The transition requires no action from users or developers and strengthens Linea’s role in onchain payments. This move supports MetaMask Card and expands Linea’s growing DeFi ecosystem with over 100 apps: https://linea.mirror.xyz/VX4CIab0JP17_WLKHuf9v8bIKBHP6gLNv2etUv9UFK0…
The project also launched @1inch Fusion and Fusion+ swaps, bringing deeper liquidity and optimized routing for better prices and lower fees. Several protocols like 1inch Limit Order Protocol v4, @SushiSwap, @PancakeSwap, @NileExchange, @syncswap, @LynexFi, and more are available through 1inch. This integration aims to improve trading efficiency, reduce slippage, and offer faster transactions within the Linea network: https://x.com/LineaBuild/status/1900194122511577486…
Lastly, @Zk_Hub_Global welcomed @DeclanFox14, Product Lead at Linea, who participated in a panel discussion on "What is the Optimal Approach to Ethereum Scaling?" alongside key speakers from @MetisL2, @nil_foundation, @malda_xyz, and @0xPolygon. Timestamp - 01:04:56: https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1yNxaLzlRggJj…
@taikoxyz shared an article in which native rollups are described as a technical evolution of @ethereum scaling, leveraging L1-execution-aware rollups: https://taiko.mirror.xyz/Mr5Fl0epl7ooCr5199yVrmGXWUV-IdYBHHtAwLXrp58…The proposed EXECUTE precompile allows rollups to validate state transitions directly within Ethereum, enabling programmable execution shards. The article discusses re-execution as an initial mechanism, outlines gas models for managing computation, and proposes delaying state roots and execution to improve proving time, making native rollups more integrated and efficient.
In other news, @alethiataiko’s mainnet has been upgraded to version 1.5.0, increasing ZK coverage to 10%. Developers will monitor and adjust as needed. For Hekla, a prover update is required after the Holesky fork, with a temporary hotfix available under version 1.5.0-edmm-hotfix: https://x.com/alethiataiko/status/1896142307214446952
@ZircuitL2 has launched the Garfield Testnet: https://zircuit.com/blog/garfield-testnet-is-live
New features include Cancun opcode support, Pectra readiness, a faster prover, and proving cluster testing. EIP-7702 support is also included. Garfield is a fresh network requiring a new setup and will replace the current testnet by May 31, 2025. Mainnet upgrades will include faster RPCs, a revamped bridge, and enhanced block explorer:
@reddio_com has released its technical whitepaper detailing the platform’s system architecture, parallel execution model, and GPU-powered network: https://static.reddio.com/REDDIO%20WHITEPAPER.pdf…
The document is now available on Reddio’s official website, offering insights into the technology behind their network and its key components: https://x.com/reddio_com/status/1899810117094420614
@MantaNetwork has introduced the Trophy Room, a central hub for managing campaigns and rewards. Users can track active campaigns, claim rewards seamlessly, and link wallets and socials for better connectivity. The platform also offers loyalty points and social sharing features. Designed to simplify engagement, the Trophy Room enhances participation in Manta’s ecosystem: https://mantanetwork.medium.com/introducing-the-trophy-room-your-one-stop-hub-for-campaigns-rewards-and-more-4bec855ea577…
In other news, @Shubhamb126, Head of Ecosystem at Manta Network, participated in @Zk_Hub_Global, organized by @HouseofZK as part of @EthereumDenver. He joined a panel discussion on "The Future of ZK" alongside representatives from @arbitrum, @fermah_xyz, @ProjectZKM, and @VeridiseInc. Timestamp - 04:14:08: https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1yNGaLzAgLvKj
@kroma_network has rebranded Kroket to Kropot, keeping the same mission with a stronger focus on Web3 growth: https://blog.kroma.network/kroket-is-now-kropot-a-new-name-the-same-mission-9ae505daad4b… Users can still earn and swap points for OP and KRO tokens. The app is now live as Kropot on Google Play and App Store. Kroma also plans new features and more ways to reward its community.
The Kroma team also anounced a shift in focus in 2025 to drive Web3 mass adoption, balancing technology with business growth. Priorities include achieving Stage 1 L2 status, expanding partnerships, and reaching 3 million Kropot users. Key initiatives involve $KRO buybacks, deflationary mechanisms, and token utility. Kropot aims to simplify Web3 onboarding, ensuring long-term ecosystem growth: https://blog.kroma.network/a-letter-to-kro-holders-1483dad4f77f
@agaroffolo, Head of ZK Tech at @HelloTelos, participated in a deeply insightful interview with House of ZK, released as the latest episode of @HouseofZK Radio: https://x.com/HouseofZK/status/1901626633422868983…
Bringing more than 15 years of software engineering expertise, he has played a key role in advancing ZKPs, contributing to Telos’ SNARKtor, and co-authoring the Zendoo and Latus white papers on decentralized sidechains.
@nil_foundation sponsored the @Zk_Hub_Global event as part of @EthereumDenver, with CEO @avizurlo featuring alongside core team members from @MetisL2, @malda_xyz, @LineaBuild, and @0xPolygon to discuss the Optimal Approach to Ethereum Scaling.
Timestamp - 01:04:56: https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1yNxaLzlRggJj
