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ZKsync co-founder Alex Gluchowski unveils the Atlas upgrade

ZKsync co-founder Alex Gluchowski unveils the Atlas upgrade

Update: 2025-10-09
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In this episode of the Crypto Beat, Kelvin Sparks chats with Alex Gluchowski, co-founder and CEO of Matter Labs to discuss the Atlas upgrade, which promises to revolutionize performance and privacy.


They explore zero-knowledge proofs and their role in scaling Ethereum. They also discuss the cypherpunk ethos, technological challenges, and Matter Labs' vision for the future.




OUTLINE


00:00 – Introduction


00:31 – Privacy: The New Meta


02:45 – Cypherpunk Roots


04:29 – User Experience of Scaled Privacy


07:24 – Trust Assumptions in Privacy


09:25 – Incorruptible Financial Systems


14:15 – Innovation in Cryptography


19:13 – Rewarding Experiences at Matter Labs


22:01 – Navigating Challenges


24:17 – Introducing the Atlas Upgrade


30:53 – Benefits of Instant Settlement




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Guest links:


Alex Gluchowski - https://x.com/gluk64


Matter Labs - https://x.com/the_matter_labs


ZKsync - https://x.com/zksync




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ZKsync co-founder Alex Gluchowski unveils the Atlas upgrade

ZKsync co-founder Alex Gluchowski unveils the Atlas upgrade

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