ZKVMs vs. ZK Circuits: A Spicy Debate
Today, we get to moderate a debate that’s been brewing in the ZK-space: ZKVMs or custom ZK circuits? ZKVMs have been pivotal in getting projects up and running quickly. They lower technical barriers by making zero-knowledge proofs accessible to more developers. But as applications mature, there’s a growing question: do you stick with the flexibility of ZKVMs, or do you shift toward building custom ZK circuits for that extra boost in efficiency and performance? In this episode, we’ll unpack what makes each approach unique. We’ll explore the pros and cons of using a generalizable ZKVM, the…
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