#zero-knowledge
2 stories![[[alloc] init] Proposes Shielded Bitcoin for Private Transactions Without a Soft Fork](/uploads/mufn3cl9-gap12xvi-shielded2-1024x572.jpg)
CryptoSep 24, 2026
[[alloc] init] Proposes Shielded Bitcoin for Private Transactions Without a Soft Fork
The metaprotocol relies on notes, nullifiers and zero-knowledge proofs checked by indexers, with a planned PIPEs-based peg meant to avoid operators or federations.
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CryptoSep 4, 2026
Mina's Mesa Upgrade Halted Transactions for Eight Hours and Left zkApps Needing New Keys
The hard fork halves slot times to 90 seconds, but deployed zkApps cannot process proof-authorised transactions until developers install new verification keys.
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