ConsenSys’ zkEVM Enters Public Testnet Phase

March 3, 2023

ConsenSys, the leading Ethereum blockchain software firm, has announced that its zkEVM has entered the public testnet phase. With this launch, ConsenSys is taking a significant step towards improving the accessibility of Ethereum through the development of developer tools and open-source software.

As ConsenSys joins other @ethereum builders this week in Denver, we're excited to connect with developers and explore the possibilities of a highly-scalable Ethereum.🚀

Read more about our zkEVM here: https://t.co/fmPBleZwt1

— ConsenSys (@ConsenSys) March 3, 2023

ConsenSys’ zkEVM Enables Easy Development of dApps

ConsenSys had previously released a private testnet for its zkEVM last year. It enables solidity developers to create, test, and release dapps on a network that is functionally equal to the EVM. The new zkEVM is designed with developers’ needs in mind. It simplifies their work while boosting safety and shortening the time it takes to be up and running.

The scalability of ConsenSys zkEVM is unparalleled, and there are zero switching costs involved. Existing decentralized applications (dapps) may be migrated to the EVM. And new dapps can be built using the same tools and infrastructure without any need to modify the underlying code. Moreover, with ETH for gas and no need for external special middleware, the zkEVM is extremely composable. It is also compatible with any EVM-based dapps.

During the private beta, ConsenSys was able to execute over 490,000 transactions and onboard dozens of dapps , all to excellent reviews and encouraging outcomes. Included within ConsenSys zkEVM is support for MetaMask, Infura, and Truffle, allowing developers to rapidly prototype, test, and deploy their dapps.

ConsenSys Launches Public Testnet for zkEVM, Bringing Scalability and Efficiency to Ethereum Blockchain

ConsenSys’ generates proofs at an industry-leading rate. It translates to low transaction costs. zkEVM provides instant consensus, high throughput, and the safety of Ethereum settlement. Porting over legacy programs requires minimal maintenance, thanks to the EVM’s interoperability with other virtual machines. There is less work for both developers and end-users thanks to pre-built connections with technologies like Infura, Truffle, and MetaMask.

With the launch of the public testnet for zkEVM, the firm is set to take the Ethereum blockchain to new heights. Developers can now use the zkEVM rollup. It is functionally equal to an EVM, to create, test, and release dapps on an efficient network. Furthermore, the zkEVM’s cutting-edge zkSNARK prover provides ultra-low gas prices and verifiability on the Ethereum mainnet, making it the best in class.

ConsenSys’ dedication to open-source guarantees that zkEVM will remain a public good. It provides developers with a versatile framework to tailor dapps to specific requirements for privacy, data availability, and access control. With its unparalleled scalability and performance, zkEVM is the result of years of work by ConsenSys R&D. Moreover, its launch marks a significant milestone in the development of the Ethereum blockchain.