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Thursday 01 May 2025, UTC

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Event Details

Zcash, a privacy-first cryptocurrency launched in 2016, uses zk-SNARKs to enable shielded transactions that hide sender, recipient, and amount details. NU6, announced by @Zcash on X, introduces key improvements: ZIP-225 for faster shielded transactions, a new wallet serialization format for Orchard notes, and removal of unpaid actions in block production to optimize network performance. It also includes security fixes backported from Bitcoin Core, enhancing node stability. The upgrade, already live on testnet since January 2025, requires users to update to zcashd version 5.10.0 or higher by May 20 to stay synced with the mainnet. NU6 reinforces Zcash’s edge in privacy, where only 4% of coins are currently shielded, aiming to boost adoption of its shielded pool. This could drive $ZEC’s utility in a market craving secure, private transactions.

Recent News

Zcash has been busy. In February 2025, the Zcash Foundation allocated $3M in grants to privacy-focused projects, boosting ecosystem growth. Electric Coin Co. (ECC) released Zashi 2.0, a mobile wallet with improved UX for shielded transactions. In March, Zcash hit 1M daily transactions, a 10% increase from Q4 2024, signaling rising adoption (source: Blockchair). However, Binance delisted several $ZEC trading pairs in April 2025, citing low liquidity, though $ZEC/USDT remains active. Despite this, $ZEC’s price rose 15.8% in the past week, outperforming the broader crypto market’s 8.2% gain.

Future Plans

Post-NU6, Zcash aims to integrate Halo, a recursive zk-proof system, by Q4 2025 to further reduce transaction costs and improve scalability. ECC plans to expand Zashi’s features, like in-app staking, by 2026. The Zcash Foundation is also funding DeFi integrations, targeting compatibility with platforms like Aave to bring shielded transactions to lending (source: z.cash). Long-term, Zcash eyes 50% of coins in the shielded pool by 2027, enhancing network privacy.

Onchain Data

$ZEC’s market cap is $510M, with a circulating supply of 16M and a 24-hour trading volume of $56.4M as of April 2025. Daily transactions average 1M, with 4% using shielded addresses (source: Blockchair). The Equihash PoW algorithm supports mining, with miners earning ~0.03 $ZEC per block. Staking isn’t native, but 20% of block rewards fund development, ensuring ecosystem growth. NU6’s efficiency tweaks could increase transaction throughput by 5-10% (source: zcashcommunity.com).

Community Sentiment

X is optimistic about NU6. @Zcash

’s announcement post garnered 12K+ impressions, with users like @PrivacyCoinFan praising faster shielded transactions. Some worry about node upgrade delays, but @ZcashCommunity assures smooth transitions with testnet success. Sentiment remains bullish, especially after $ZEC’s recent price surge. Risk Disclaimer: Upgrade nodes promptly to avoid network sync issues; back up wallets before updating.

Why It Matters

NU6 strengthens Zcash’s privacy lead in a market where 60% of users prioritize anonymity (source: CoinDesk). With competitors like Monero facing regulatory scrutiny, Zcash’s selective disclosure feature ensures compliance without sacrificing privacy. For newbies, it’s a secure way to transact privately; for pros, it’s a scalable, DeFi-ready chain. As privacy coins gain traction—$3B market cap in 2025—NU6 positions Zcash to shine. Update your nodes and join the privacy revolution


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Zcash (ZEC) Events List

VALR Listing Zcash (ZEC)

VALR exchange announced the listing of Zcash (ZEC) on October 17, 2025. ZEC is now available for Simple Buy & Sell on the VALR platform, enabling users to purchase and trade Zcash easily. VALR is a well-known crypto exchange focusing on accessibility and low fees. Recent News Over the past three months, the Zcash project has focused on protocol development and interoperability enhancements, with an 18-month roadmap unveiled by the Electric Coin Company (ECC) aiming at upgrades like NU7 and Shielded Assets audits. Community engagement remains steady, with active forums and periodic town halls, emphasizing privacy and product innovation. Future Plans Zcash aims to deliver enhanced privacy features, fully transition to more efficient node software (zebrad), and expand ecosystem interoperability. The 2026 roadmap includes launching NFT collectibles linked to player profiles as part of expanding use cases. Onchain Data - 24h / 7d transaction volume: Approx. $730 million 24h volume (CoinMarketCap). Community Sentiment Mixed to positive. Community appreciates the privacy features of Zcash and the convenience of the VALR listing. Some users express skepticism on social platforms about ZEC's popularity compared to other privacy coins. Quotes include: "Together with Monero, it's among the top privacy coins," "Glad to see ZEC on VALR for easier access," and "Privacy features are unmatched but adoption lags." Risk Disclaimer Listing on VALR may cause price volatility for ZEC. Traders should consider market conditions and project fundamentals before trading. Sources used https://x.com/VALRdotcom/status/1979120607389241460 https://electriccoin.co/roadmap/ https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/zcash/ https://forum.zcashcommunity.com/t/2025-6-zcash-protocol-roadmap/51760 https://reddit.com/r/zec/

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October 17

NEAR Protocol Zcash Bridge to SOL Talk

On October 21, 2025, at 3 PM UTC, NEAR Protocol hosts the "Zcash Bridge to SOL Talk," a team update event focusing on how Zcash is bridging to Solana via the Zolana bridge. This talk will cover the interoperability between Zcash's privacy technology and Solana's high-speed DeFi ecosystem, facilitated by the NEAR-powered bridge. Participation is available through NEAR Protocol's official X (Twitter) channel and community outlets. Recent News In mid-October 2025, Zcash launched the Zolana bridge enabling ZEC tokens to exist as Solana-compatible assets. This integration allows private swaps and decentralized trading on Solana-based DEXs such as Raydium and Meteora with an initial liquidity pool of approximately $56.6 million. The bridge has sparked increased activity around Zcash's Zashi wallet enabling conversion between BTC, SOL, USDC, and ZEC. Future Plans The project aims to expand ZEC's adoption within the Solana DeFi ecosystem by promoting liquidity and privacy-preserving decentralized exchanges. Upcoming goals include enhancing interoperability features and scaling private transactions via the NEAR intents platform. Onchain Data TVL: liquidity on Raydium noted at $56.6 million. Community Sentiment Positive — The community on X (Twitter) shows excitement about Zcash's expansion into Solana, highlighting the significance of privacy integration with a DeFi powerhouse. Quotes include: "This unlocks the first-ever ZEC on Solana connection" and "ZEC will go through the newly launched Zolana bridge with multiple use cases." Some users emphasize the innovation in cross-chain private swaps. Risk Disclaimer Bridging ZEC to Solana could impact token liquidity and price dynamics due to new market access and trading options. Users should consider volatility inherent to cross-chain assets. Sources used https://x.com/NEARProtocol/status/1978969113935401223 https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1200883-20251017 https://www.kucoin.com/news/insight/ZEC/68f12b20f3e4860006e5f07b https://cryptonewsradar.org/blog/post/zcash-launches-solana-bridge-zec-defi-trading/ https://chainspot.io/portal/bridges-by-chains/zcash-to-solana

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October 21

Bitrue Listing of Zcash (ZEC) with ZEC/USDT Pair

On November 6, 2025, at 12:00 UTC, Bitrue exchange will list Zcash (ZEC) with the trading pair ZEC/USDT. Bitrue is the hosting platform of this listing event. Traders can participate starting at the announced time to buy, sell, and trade ZEC against USDT on Bitrue's platform. Recent News In recent months, Zcash has maintained steady network activity and introduced updates enhancing transaction privacy and network scalability. Bitrue has continued expanding its token listings, focusing on privacy-centered coins like Zcash, following increased market demand. Future Plans Bitrue aims to further diversify its offerings by adding more privacy-focused and decentralized finance tokens, supporting cross-chain interoperability and enhancing user experience in forthcoming platform updates. Community Sentiment Neutral — Community reactions around Bitrue’s listing announcements tend to be cautiously optimistic. There is interest in ZEC’s privacy features and its potential trading volume on Bitrue, but some users express concerns about liquidity and exchange performance. Sample comments: "Looking forward to trading ZEC on Bitrue." "Hope the liquidity is good." "Bitrue listings usually reliable." Risk Disclaimer Listing events may influence the short-term price volatility of ZEC. Traders are advised to review project fundamentals and consider market conditions before trading. Sources used https://x.com/BitrueOfficial/status/1986380540157829357

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