Enhancing Zero-Knowledge Tech for Cross-Chain Messaging
Kadena, the world's only scalable Proof of Work (PoW) blockchain, has announced a strategic partnership with Lurk Lab to develop a Zero-Knowledge (ZK) technology stack on the Kadena blockchain. This collaboration aims to pave the way for provably secure cross-chain messaging, enhancing the interoperability and security of blockchain networks.
Zero-Knowledge Roadmap and Milestones
Kadena and Lurk Lab are committed to creating a robust ZK roadmap that includes a ZK bridge between Ethereum and Kadena. The development plan features two key milestones expected to be achieved in the second half of 2024, with a third milestone to follow later.
Leadership Perspectives
John Wiegley, Kadena's Chief Technology Officer, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, highlighting the significant capabilities being developed for ZKs on Kadena by Lurk Lab.
“We’re excited to work with Lurk Lab to integrate their zero-knowledge technology into Kadena, particularly for the impact it will have in enabling zero-knowledge cross-chain messaging,” said Wiegley.
Burnham, another key figure in the initiative, emphasized the critical role of zero-knowledge cryptography in building fast, reliable, and interoperable blockchains, and the advantages of using functional programming techniques to define zero-knowledge proofs and blockchain infrastructure.
“It's now generally accepted in Web3 that zero-knowledge cryptography is critical to building a world of fast, reliable, and interoperable blockchains, but what's not yet as widely understood are the tremendous performance and safety advantages unlocked by defining zero-knowledge proofs - and blockchain infrastructure in general - using functional programming techniques. Kadena has long been a leader in this space, and we're thrilled to be working together to achieve this shared vision of the functional future,” said Burnham.
About Kadena
Founded in 2017 by Stuart Popejoy and Will Martino, Kadena offers the industry's only infinitely scalable, secure, and decentralized Proof of Work Layer 1 blockchain. Its infrastructure-grade performance and robust network empower users to develop high-value systems using Kadena’s security-focused smart contract language, Pact. With roots in the creation of J.P. Morgan’s first blockchain and leadership of the SEC’s Crypto Steering Committee, Kadena is dedicated to driving widespread blockchain adoption by providing a Web3 platform to solve real-world business problems. Explore more about Kadena at kadena.io.
About Lurk Lab
Lurk Lab is at the forefront of developing tools that make provable computing fast, safe, and easy. By combining zero-knowledge cryptography, formal verification, and distributed consensus technologies, Lurk Lab enables software to be as reliable and powerful as mathematics without sacrificing performance.
