Boundless is a protocol built by RISC Zero that offers a universal zero-knowledge (ZK) proving layer. It allows blockchains, roll-ups, dApps etc to outsource heavy computation to nodes provers and then verify via cryptographic proofs on-chain.
The native token is ZKC (ticker ZKC) for this ecosystem. It has uses such as staking, paying for services, governance etc.
One of the major value-propositions: making dApps + chains more scalable, efficient and interoperable by leveraging ZK proofs.
Token & launch details
The token generation event (TGE) apparently took place on 15 September 2025.
Before that there was an IDO via the Kaito platform (ended 1 September 2025) with vesting details.
Utility: ZKC is used for: paying for computation services in the ecosystem, staking/earning rewards, governance decision making.
Metrics & current status
One site shows that the circulating supply is ~200.94 million ZKC, total supply ~1 billion.
Price in India: some sources say ~ ₹18.35 for ZKC.
According to another source: ZKC at ₹28.93 in INR, though the data may vary.
It’s still early and looking for adoption. The site notes that long-term success depends on ecosystem usage.
Risks & things to watch
Adoption: Even though the tech sounds promising, the protocol’s real-world usage, number of developers/provers, and network effects will be key. Without adoption, token utility may be limited.
Token unlocks & vesting: As with many new tokens, early investor/team unlock schedules can affect supply and price pressure.
Competition: The ZK / scalability space is crowded (many projects tackling similar issues). Boundless will need to differentiate and deliver.
Market volatility: Crypto assets are very volatile; the fact that price data varies and metrics are still early means risk is higher.
Transparency & details: Some information may not be fully disclosed, or may change as the project evolves.
What to monitor if you’re following it
How many provers join the network and how much computation is being done via Boundless.
Partnerships/integrations: Moves with major blockchains, roll-ups, dApps.
Token unlock schedule: When large tranches are unlocked, could affect price.
Listing/availability: Which exchanges list ZKC, liquidity and accessibility in India/your region.
Community + developer activity: GitHub commits, forum discussions, developer tools, ecosystem growth.
Metrics: Circulating supply changes, token burns (if any), staking/rewards data.