Zama Protocol Testnet Update: MPC Partners, Better Performance, Audits and New Features
Blog post from Zama
The Zama Confidential Blockchain Protocol, which launched its public testnet on July 1st, has rapidly gained traction, processing over 1.2 million encrypted transactions and deploying more than 19,000 confidential contracts. This protocol is notable for enabling confidential smart contracts using Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) across any L1 or L2 blockchain. The rollout of FHEVM v0.9 marks a significant upgrade, introducing architectural and performance enhancements, including a production-grade MPC network with 13 independent nodes for improved decentralization. The protocol has undergone comprehensive audits to ensure security and is the first to achieve 128-bit security under the strong_IND-CPAD model. It includes new features like lower gas costs, optimized transaction flows, and enhanced confidentiality measures. As the protocol prepares for its mainnet launch by the year's end, it aims to expand functionality, governance, and support for multiple blockchain platforms.