Boundless Mainnet Launches on Base for Universal Zero-Knowledge Compute

Boundless, a zero-knowledge (ZK) compute marketplace created by RISC Zero, has launched its Mainnet on Base, allowing blockchain access to verifiable compute.
The Mainnet launch follows the successful incentivized testnet phase that began in July, where Boundless' architecture was tested under real-world conditions.
During the Beta phase, developers seeking ZK proofs for applications like rollups, bridges, and privacy protocols could connect with independent provers, or ZK miners.
The Mainnet introduces Proof of Verifiable Work, rewarding provers based on computation volume, speed, and complexity. The community showed strong participation due to anticipated $ZKC token rewards.
Key integrations:
- Wormhole is using Boundless for ZK verification to enhance Ethereum consensus security.
- BOB, a hybrid Bitcoin rollup, enables EVM applications to work with Bitcoin by leveraging Boundless for secure proofs.
- Staking protocol Lido utilizes Boundless to provide transparent proofs for validator exits, enhancing trust and auditability.
Boundless allows developers across chains to access zero-knowledge compute to build complex applications efficiently and securely.