Definition ∞ Privacy-preserving smart contracts are self-executing agreements on a blockchain that allow for the execution of contractual logic while concealing sensitive transaction data from public view. These contracts employ cryptographic techniques, such as zero-knowledge proofs, to verify conditions without revealing underlying information. They enable confidential operations on public ledgers.
Context ∞ Privacy-preserving smart contracts are a pivotal development addressing the transparency limitations of public blockchains for enterprise and regulated applications. The state of this technology is rapidly advancing, with new cryptographic methods continually being introduced. A critical future development involves the standardization of these privacy techniques and their broader adoption across various blockchain platforms.
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