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Chainlink CCIP Boosts ZKsync Interoperability

ZKsync hosts the launch of Chainlink’s CCIP, which enables developers to build cross-chain DApps and promotes more interoperability.

Zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs are used in ZKsync, a layer-2 (L2) scaling solution that is now live with Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP).

ZKsync adheres to Ethereum’s security standards while enhancing network security, privacy, and scalability through the use of ZK technology.

A significant milestone for the L2 chain’s interoperability and decentralized application (DApp) functionality has been reached with the integration of Chainlink’s CCIP on ZKsync’s Era mainnet.

This cross-chain interoperability connection allows ZKsync developers to create DApps that function across several blockchain networks.

Implications for developers

Developers can use programmable token transfers to transport tokens across chains and include smart contract instructions on receiving chains with the new CCIP integration.

Developers can establish cross-chain smart contracts with CCIP’s arbitrary messaging features to transfer data and make function calls between smart contracts running on various blockchains.

As the blockchains become more interconnected, these new capabilities may make it possible to create DApp setups that are more intricate and effective.

Tokenization of assets and cross-chain financing

Chainlink and ZKsync’s partnership is a response to the growing trend of financial institutions utilizing asset tokenization to migrate to blockchain technology.

The ZKsync Foundation’s director, Marco Cora, reaffirmed this point by saying that “the tokenization of real-world assets is proliferating.”

“The need for transparent and secure cross-chain standards becomes paramount to grow the adoption of blockchains in traditional finance.”

Cora clarified that ZKsync could offer “a gateway for these institutions to come onchain” due to this integration with Chain link CCIP.

Rivals are motivated by the industry standard for Chainlink.

Chainlink is called “the industry-standard decentralized computing platform” in a press release provided, but for what duration?

As Chainlink’s market dominance wanes year after year, platforms like Pyth and WINkLink pose a more significant threat to the decentralized network in the Oracle space.

With its competitors gaining market share, Chainlink’s initial dominance of 48.64% in the Oracle market on January 1st has decreased to 46.46%.

Ruth Okarter

Ruth is a seasoned news reporter and editor who brings her sharp eye and passion for storytelling to Protechbro.com. With a background in English and literary studies, Ruth crafts compelling narratives that unpack the complexities of the ever-evolving tech landscape.

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