Matter Labs stirs controversy by seeking trademark rights to “zero-knowledge” (ZK) technology, a cryptographic protocol pivotal in the crypto industry. Experts decry the move as an attempt to monopolize a public good, urging withdrawal of the applications. Eli Ben-Sasson of StarkWare condemns the bid, emphasizing ZK’s universal significance. Despite its infancy, ZK-proofs hold promise for diverse applications, including digital identity solutions. Community advocates for open access to advance technological innovation.
Matter Labs files for ‘ZK’ trademark, industry demands withdrawal
by Crypto Oasis | May 30, 2024 | Industrial | 0 comments
