ZEC
Coverage of ZEC in the Nexus archive.
- Zcash Ironwood Upgrade Nears as Developers Work to Restore Confidence After ZEC Crash
Zcash's Ironwood upgrade is approaching testnet activation as developers report no new serious bugs found during security testing. The upgrade aims to restore confidence following a ZEC crash.
- Barry Silbert’s Zcash miner proposes merger, sends Nasdaq stock soaring despite rough month for ZEC
Fortitude Mining, a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group, proposes to merge with HeartSciences Inc., a small-cap Nasdaq-listed company. The merger announcement caused Nasdaq stock to rise despite a challenging period for ZEC.
- Arthur Hayes dumps WLD days after Maelstrom’s AI IPO pitch
Arthur Hayes has been selling positions in multiple cryptocurrencies, including WLD, following Maelstrom’s AI IPO pitch. The sale comes after offloading assets in HYPE, ZEC, and NEAR.
- ZEC rebounds 42% as ZODL founder details two-step emergency upgrade
ZEC rebounded 42% following an emergency upgrade by the Zcash team, as detailed by ZODL founder Josh Swihart. The upgrade addressed a critical vulnerability in the Orchard shielded pool.
- Zcash Crash Just Wiped Billions From the Privacy Coin's Market Cap—Can ZEC Recover?
The price of Zcash plummeted following the disclosure of a serious vulnerability affecting the privacy coin. The crash erased billions from Zcash's market capitalization, raising questions about its potential recovery.
- ZEC Crashes 38% as Zcash Discloses ‘Critical Counterfeiting Vulnerability’
ZEC's price dropped 38% following Zcash's disclosure of a critical counterfeiting vulnerability in its Orchard shielded pool. The vulnerability allowed undetectable creation of counterfeit ZEC, sparking renewed debate about privacy coins.
- Bitcoin in danger of dropping to $60,000, with Zcash bulls turning their backs on ZEC
Bitcoin faces a potential price drop to $60,000, while Zcash (ZEC) is experiencing a loss of support from its bullish investors.
- ZEC drops 30% after Anthropic AI finds Zcash counterfeit vulnerability
ZEC dropped 30% after Anthropic AI identified a counterfeit vulnerability in Zcash. The market capitalization of ZEC fell by nearly $3 billion in 24 hours despite the vulnerability already being patched.
- Security researcher finds Zcash vulnerability allowing ‘unlimited’ counterfeit minting; ZEC drops 31%
A security researcher discovered a Zcash vulnerability enabling unlimited counterfeit minting, leading to a 31% drop in ZEC's value. The vulnerability was fixed within days, with findings suggesting actual exploitation is unlikely.
- Hyperliquid bear turns bullish after losing over $46M shorting HYPE
A Hyperliquid investor who lost over $46M shorting HYPE has shifted to backing HYPE, ZEC, and NEAR, signaling a pivot toward momentum-driven crypto investments. The whale is now supporting Arthur Hayes’ favored cryptocurrency plays.
- Zcash Completes 'Most Ambitious' Network Upgrade as ZEC Resumes Recent Surge
Zcash has completed its most ambitious network upgrade, with ZEC resuming a recent surge. A vulnerability in Zcash's flagship privacy pool could have allowed double-spending, though no exploitation occurred.
- Price predictions 5/25: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ZEC
Bitcoin shows a weekend bounce with strong demand at lower levels, but maintaining the $78,000 price level remains a challenge for bulls. Price predictions are provided for multiple assets including BTC, ETH, XRP, and others.
- Price predictions 5/22: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH
Bitcoin dropped to $76,000, potentially allowing bears to regain market control, while altcoins like HYPE reached new highs.
- NEAR token jumps 30% amid AI hype, Arthur Hayes endorsement and scaling plans
NEAR token surged 30% in value driven by artificial intelligence market enthusiasm, endorsement from prominent crypto investor Arthur Hayes, and the protocol's scaling initiatives. Hayes publicly identified NEAR alongside HYPE and ZEC as a top-tier altcoin investment opportunity.
- $HYPE and ZEC completely outperforming rest of crypto market right now.
HYPE and ZEC are outperforming the rest of the crypto market, with holders discussing their entry points and potential for new all-time highs. The discussion is taking place in current market conditions. HYPE and ZEC holders are sharing their experiences.
- Zcash is 'running its own bull market' as ZEC price paints 88% rally setup
ZEC price has rallied 18% in three days, defying a 3.45% drop across the wider crypto market, and is setting up for an 88% rally. Zcash is leading its own bull market amidst a privacy coin rally. The wider crypto market has dropped 3.45%.
- Zooko deleted his 9 year old post on X about a backdoor in $ZEC
Zooko deleted a 9-year-old post about a backdoor in ZEC, sparking concerns about the crypto's compliance features. The deletion is seen as a red flag, suggesting the community was right to question ZEC's privacy. The incident has raised suspicions about ZEC's transparency.
- Withdrawing ZEC to a Shielded Address from MEXC
A user reports difficulty withdrawing ZEC (Zcash) from MEXC exchange to a shielded address, being forced to use a transparent address instead due to platform restrictions. The user questions whether the choice between shielded and transparent addresses affects privacy and seeks community recommendations.
- Wondering if those who have been in crypto for multiple cycles have seen bear markets move like this one
The current crypto market is experiencing a bear market with low volume and choppy price action, with few coins showing strength. The market sentiment is extremely muted compared to previous cycles. The author is seeking insight from experienced holders on whether this cycle feels structurally different.
- Is zec taking a breath
ZEC is holding strong around the 560-580 support zone after a recent move, and its price action will determine the next leg higher. The market is watching closely for confirmation before the next push. ZEC's current stability is crucial for its future movement.
- Why people buying ZEC ?
The article discusses the sudden interest in buying ZEC, questioning its validity and comparing it to other cryptocurrencies like LTC and XRP. The author suggests it may be a pump and dump scheme. The discussion is sparked by a submission from user /u/Medium_Ad_7166.
- Who the heck is buying ZEC? I don't hate the coin. But how?
The author is curious about ZEC's strength in a bear market despite XMR having more use cases and stronger privacy models. ZEC is currently printing green candles while XMR is not. The author seeks raw facts on what drives ZEC's relative strength.
- Crypto is so simple
Several cryptocurrency projects are expected to lead in their respective seasons, including TAO in AI, ZEC in Privacy, RENDER in GPU, and SOL in DeFi. INJ is anticipated to have a significant comeback, while PENGU will lead the memes category.
- Zcash price may hit $800 as $2.7B hedge fund reveals ‘significant position’ in ZEC
Zcash price may reach $800 due to a hedge fund's significant position and other positive factors. Robinhood's ZEC listing and easing US-Iran tensions are also contributing to the bullish outlook. A shrinking liquid supply of tokens is further strengthening the outlook.
- Zcash bets turn into second-largest liquidations behind bitcoin as ZEC rockets 30%
Zcash has become the second-largest liquidation behind Bitcoin, with ZEC experiencing a 30% increase. This surge in value is significant for the cryptocurrency market. The growth of ZEC is an important development in the digital currency space.
- Zcash Leads Privacy Coin Surge With 37% Gains on MultiCoin Investment
Zcash leads a surge in privacy coins with 37% gains on MultiCoin Investment, driven by concerns over wealth seizure risks. MultiCoin Capital has disclosed a significant position in ZEC. This move highlights the growing interest in private assets.
- Bitcoin moves above $82,000 while ZEC and DASH post double-digit rallies
Bitcoin's value surpassed $82,000, while ZEC and DASH experienced significant double-digit increases. This surge indicates a positive trend in the cryptocurrency market. The rally suggests growing investor interest in these digital currencies.
- Zcash ETF volume doubles as ZEC’s shielded supply hits record highs
Zcash ETF volume has doubled, with ZEC's shielded supply reaching record levels. The ZCSH ETF's ability to maintain over $2 million in daily volume is under observation.
- Zcash outlook?
A Reddit user questions why Zcash (ZEC) hasn't reached $1,000 despite its use of zero-knowledge (zk) technology, which they argue offers better quantum attack protection and privacy compared to Bitcoin. The user expresses ongoing investment in ZEC.