Key Takeaways
Zerobase (ZBT) is a decentralized network focused on privacy. It combines zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) and Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs), which enables secure off-chain computing with on-chain verification.
The platform supports various use cases such as privacy-focused authentication (zkLogin), decentralized trading (zkDarkPool), and zkStaking, offering developers and users scalable cryptographic proof services.
ZBT is the native utility token of the Zerobase network, used for accessing network services, incentivizing node participation, and governance voting. It has a fixed supply of 1 billion tokens with defined allocation and vesting schedules.
The network architecture uses a multi-Hub and Node structure with a consistent hashing algorithm. This design ensures efficient workload distribution, scalability, fault tolerance, and economic incentives for performance and security.
Introduction
Zerobase (ZBT) is a blockchain-driven, decentralized platform focused on enhancing privacy, trust, and transparency. It combines cryptographic zero-knowledge proofs with trusted hardware environments to solve challenges around off-chain computation.
The platform aims to empower developers, institutions, and users with the tools needed for privacy-sensitive applications in areas like DeFi, identity verification, and AI inference validation, without compromising security or regulatory compliance.
What Is Zerobase?
Zerobase combines zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) with Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) to create an environment where computations happen off-chain but remain private and verifiable. Examples of these tasks include running complex financial models, authenticating identities, and supporting decentralized exchange operations. The system provides proof for these computations, which can then be checked on-chain.
Key modules of Zerobase include zkStaking, ProofYield, zkLogin, and a decentralized Proving Network that supports both pre-built and customized zero-knowledge circuits. These modules allow developers to create reusable smart contract components and different types of verifiable decentralized applications (DApps).
Zerobase Network Architecture
The Zerobase network is designed around a multi-Hub and Node model that enables scalability, efficiency, and fault tolerance:
Node partitioning and Hub management: Nodes are allocated to Hubs using a consistent hashing algorithm arranged in a virtual ring structure. This minimizes reallocation when scaling and balances workloads across the network. Hubs can dynamically join or leave, with Nodes automatically reassigned to ensure high availability.
Virtual nodes: To prevent load imbalance due to uneven Hub distribution, each Hub is represented by multiple virtual nodes, enabling more even Node allocation.
Node types:
Proving Nodes are responsible for executing zero-knowledge proofs inside TEEs, backed by stablecoin collateral to guarantee performance and network security.
Hub Nodes manage proof routing and bandwidth sharing without requiring collateral and receive rewards proportional to their contributions.
Privacy and security: Private inputs are processed inside Trusted Execution Environments, so they remain hidden from operators. The system supports high performance with low delays.
Use Cases
Zerobase provides privacy-focused modules for practical use cases:
zkLogin: Allows users to authenticate securely on blockchain platforms using existing identity providers without exposing private data.
zkDarkPool: Enables confidential trading on decentralized exchanges by concealing transaction details until trades are finalized, protecting against front-running and market manipulation.
Zerobase staking: Employs zero-knowledge proofs to maintain privacy over staking strategies while ensuring risk transparency.
AI Inference Verification and Content Authenticity: Startups and digital platforms can prove the authenticity of AI outputs and original content through verifiable cryptographic proofs.
The ZBT Token
Zerobase’s native token, ZBT, serves as the utility token that powers network operations and governance:
Token supply and allocation: The total supply is 1 billion ZBT tokens. The allocation includes 20% to team and advisors, 11.25% to investors, 2% for liquidity, 15% to a growth fund, 8% for airdrops and early miners, and 43.75% reserved for node staking rewards.
Use cases: ZBT enables access to services like zkStaking, proof routing, and module permissions. Nodes earn ZBT by performing proof generation or routing bandwidth. Users can stake stablecoins through zkStaking to earn yield, with returns attested on-chain.
Governance: Token holders can engage in voting events to suggest and approve network upgrades, allowing the community to influence future development.
Supply management: A decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) governs token buybacks and burning to help keep the token economy stable, adjusting the circulating tokens based on network usage.
Zerobase (ZBT) on Binance HODLer Airdrops
On October 17, 2025, Binance announced ZBT as the 54th project on the Binance HODLer Airdrops. Users who subscribed their BNB to Simple Earn and/or On-Chain Yields products from October 11 to 13 were eligible to receive ZBT airdrops. A total of 15 million ZBT tokens were allocated to the program, accounting for 1.5% of the max total token supply.
ZBT was listed with the Seed Tag applied, allowing for trading against the USDT, USDC, BNB, FDUSD, and TRY pairs.
Closing Thoughts
Zerobase (ZBT) aims to close the gap between privacy and openness in blockchain systems by merging cryptographic proofs with trusted hardware computation. The platform enables developers, enterprises, and users to create and use privacy-focused applications that are auditable via blockchain.
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