Zero-knowledge (ZK) rollups are dominating the Layer 2 narrative, and two names stand out—zkSync and StarkNet. Both promise scalable, cheap Ethereum transactions, but are taking radically different approaches.
zkSync, backed by Matter Labs, recently launched its native token $ZK and rolled out “hyperchains”—independent zk-rollups that plug into its ecosystem. Meanwhile, StarkNet, with heavy academic backing and Cairo-based development, focuses on building a deeply secure rollup architecture.
The key difference lies in execution: zkSync is prioritizing adoption and ease of use, while StarkNet is betting on long-term scalability through complex cryptography. zkSync’s token saw massive airdrop-driven activity but faces criticism over distribution mechanics. StarkNet’s dev community is loyal but smaller in size.
For investors and creators, the question is: Which rollup will attract more developers and DeFi protocols long-term? A good content approach includes side-by-side comparisons, dApp growth charts, TPS benchmarking, and L2 vs L3 explainers. Also explore ZK narratives beyond Ethereum, such as ZK-RaaS (Rollup-as-a-Service) and interoperability.
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