What is ZEROBASE (ZBT)?
ZEROBASE (ZBT) is a decentralized proving network that speeds up zero-knowledge proof generation by integrating Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs). Its core premise is to let parties prove that a computation was performed correctly without ever exposing the underlying data, bridging the gap between institutional compliance and user privacy.
What does the ZBT token enable?
ZBT powers several network functions. Node operators who generate valid proofs receive ZBT rewards, while access to premium features like quantitative trading strategies requires permanently burning ZBT. The protocol also runs a DAO-guided buyback programme funded by its own revenue, returning value to the ecosystem. Token holders can direct protocol upgrades through governance voting. Products such as zkStaking allow validators to prove uptime and yield performance cryptographically, keeping wallet details private throughout the process.
How does ZEROBASE accelerate proof generation with hardware?
Pure ZK circuits can be computationally heavy, so ZEROBASE pairs them with TEEs, where computations run inside tamper-resistant hardware enclaves. A lightweight ZK proof confirming the job's integrity is then posted on-chain, removing the need to re-execute the whole calculation during verification. The network relies on two node roles: Hub nodes route proof requests, while Proving Nodes lock a substantial stablecoin collateral (roughly $1 million) and produce the actual proofs. The collateral penalises misbehaviour, aligning node incentives with network security. On top of this infrastructure sit products like zkLogin — which performs KYC checks without revealing personal documents — and ProofYield, which lets asset managers attest to fund returns confidentially.
