#113 - Chainlens Spaces: Efficient verification of ZK proofs on-chain with zkVerify

In this episode of Chainlens Spaces, host Conor Svensson speaks with Rob Viglione, co-founder and CEO of Horizen Labs, about zkVerify and the evolution of zero-knowledge (ZK) proof technology. Rob explains how ZK proofs are transforming on-chain privacy, scalability, and verifiability, and the role zkVerify plays as a verification layer optimized for cost and flexibility. The conversation delves into ZK’s applications in AI, gaming, and Web3, and how zkVerify offers efficient, universal verification that enhances trust across the blockchain ecosystem. Key Moments: The Origin of Horizen Labs: Rob shares how his early work in Bitcoin and the privacy-focused Horizen project led to his continued exploration of ZK proofs. ZK Proofs for Privacy and Scaling: ZK proofs enable both private transactions and scalable batch processing of transactions, critical to blockchain infrastructure. zkVerify"s Efficiency Gains: Rob highlights zkVerify’s ability to reduce verification costs by processing proofs off-chain while staying adaptable to new cryptographic advancements. Interoperability and Attestations: zkVerify supports multiple blockchains, offering a universal verification layer with attestations that can be broadcast to any network. The Future of ZK in Web3 and Web2: Rob envisions ZK proofs as a bridge to Web2, allowing for verifiable, privacy-preserving computation and data monetization on-chain. Standout Quotes: "Zero-knowledge proofs are critical enabling technology for Web3 to scale and go mainstream by enabling secure and private on-chain interactions." "With zkVerify, we’re building the most efficient layer for verifying cryptographic proofs off-chain, cutting costs and staying on the innovation frontier." "We see the future as a modular industry, with services like zkVerify providing specialized verification, similar to how Celestia handles data availability." "zkVerify offers interoperability across chains, providing attestations and results that can be used on any blockchain where needed." "As Web3 grows, privacy-preserving tech like ZK proofs will underpin our digital identities, financial interactions, and secure real-world data connections." Contact Rob Viglione: - Website: Horizen Labs - Twitter | LinkedIn Connect with Us Join the Web3 Innovators community and engage with like-minded individuals passionate about the potential of blockchain technology. Contact Chainlens: Twitter | Discord | Telegram Explore Chainlens Email Chainlens Contact Web3 Labs: Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Discord | Tiktok Explore Web3 Labs Email Web3 Labs