Proof-of-Reserve is an auditing method demonstrating that a cryptocurrency custodian holds sufficient assets to back its liabilities. This mechanism typically involves a cryptographic verification process, often using zero-knowledge proofs or Merkle trees, to publicly confirm the existence of reserved assets without revealing sensitive account details. It provides transparency and assurance to users and regulators regarding the solvency of centralized exchanges or stablecoin issuers. Regular audits are essential for maintaining market confidence.
Context
Proof-of-Reserve has gained significant attention following recent market events, becoming a critical tool for restoring and maintaining trust in centralized digital asset entities. Discussions revolve around the standardization of auditing methodologies and the frequency of these attestations. Future developments aim to automate and decentralize proof processes, offering continuous, real-time verification of asset holdings.
This research introduces protocols enabling zero-knowledge proofs on Bitcoin for privacy-preserving applications, leveraging zk-STARKs and BitVM to overcome Bitcoin's inherent programmability limitations.
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