The Telos Blog

Following our tremendous success at EthCC with the SNARKtor proof of concept and all the new opportunities that this is bringing to Telos, we have decided to double down on our efforts in developing zero-knowledge (ZK) technology, including advancements in client-side proving. This strategic focus will allow us to drive innovation and lead in the blockchain space with cutting-edge solutions, unlocking real-world use cases and delivering tangible benefits to users and industries alike.

This June 2024 Telos Block Producer Report, prepared by Daniel Marcelo, offers an analysis of the performance and reliability of block producers across the Telos network. The report includes detailed metrics on block producer activities, highlighting significant network advancements and performance metrics.

Tekika is a unique quest experience built within the Telos ecosystem. What does this mean? Tekika is an NFT project that takes you through narrative-driven quests. Completion of quests earns you XP points (experience points), gives you real rewards and upgrades your PFP. Essentially, participants in Tekika can earn and evolve a unique avatar while unlocking exclusive content and rewards.

At EthCC in Brussels, our CTO Jesse Schulman is showcasing a new live demonstration of SNARKtor, our proof aggregation protocol. This tool aggregates Zero Knowledge proofs (ZKPs) to scale them on-chain. Our live demo in Brussels shows SNARKtor handling real transactions on a testnet. The Battleship game runs live, with proofs submitted on-chain. This proof of concept is a critical step towards deploying SNARKtor on the mainnet.

Hardware-software co-design optimizes system performance and efficiency by developing hardware and software in tandem. This approach drives advancements in AI, blockchain technology, and other fields by integrating components seamlessly and addressing specific application needs. As computing demands increase, co-design remains pivotal for innovation and meeting future technological challenges.

As we enter July, let's take a moment to reflect on the key developments and milestones achieved last month.We proudly announced our Diamond sponsorship at EthCC, where we'll debut our SNARKtor proof of concept. Our ecosystem welcomed new integrations with Ormi Labs, Yasp.Fi, Ankr, and dRPC, enhancing our platform's functionality and reach. Additionally, our role as Super Sponsors at ETH Belgrade and the launch of the MinoNFT fantasy football competition have kept our community engaged and excited. Let’s dive into the highlights of June and explore what lies ahead for Telos.

At Ethereum Belgrade, John Lilic sat down with Alberto Garoffolo, Head of ZK at Telos and Slobodan Lukovic, CEO at Ponos Technology to discuss exciting developments in zero-knowledge (ZK) technology and the future of blockchain scalability.

We're excited to announce our partnership with Yasp.Fi, your new DeFi hub. Yasp.Fi combines all essential DeFi tools in one place and helps you get the best market rates and optimizes your transactions securely. Yasp.Fi uses smart contracts and Telos's fast blockchain to improve your DeFi experience. It simplifies everything by combining multiple steps into one easy transaction.

John Lilic sat down with Paolo Tagliaferri, Lead Engineer of zk Tech at Telos, to discuss his background, the current state of blockchain technology, and the promising future of zero-knowledge (zk) innovations. Paolo shared insights on the current state of blockchain technology, emphasizing the need for scalability, security, and decentralization. He highlighted the blockchain trilemma and how zk technology offers a potential solution without compromising on any aspect. Despite the industry's early stages, he sees significant potential for growth and innovation.