Succinct Non Interactive

Definition ∞ Succinct non-interactive refers to cryptographic proofs that are very small in size and require no further communication between the prover and verifier after the proof is generated. These proofs, often called SNARKs or STARKs, enable efficient verification of complex computations. Their conciseness and single-message structure make them ideal for blockchain applications.
Context ∞ Succinct non-interactive proofs are at the forefront of blockchain scaling and privacy innovations, particularly in the context of rollups and confidential transactions. The current discussion involves improving the practicality of these proofs by reducing their generation time and computational requirements. This technology is critical for enabling verifiable computation off-chain, thereby significantly enhancing the throughput and privacy capabilities of decentralized networks.