ZCoin
| Last updated | just now |
| Price per XZC in USD | $ |
| Price per XZC in Bitcoin | |
| Volume over the last 24 hours | $ 0 |
| Market cap in USD | $ 0 |
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XZC specifications
| Name | ZCoin |
| Symbol | XZC |
| Minable | Yes |
| Algorithm | Lyra2Z |
| Prooftype | PoW |
| Total coin supply | 21400000 |
| Premine: | N/A |
| Homepage | XZC homepage |
| Explorer | XZC explorer |
| Masternode | Yes |
Masternode
ZCoin is a masternode coin. To operate a ZCoin masternode, 1000 XZC is required. A ZCoin masternode costs $0 or 0 BTC. Running a ZCoin masternode will provide passive income.
Coin description
ZCoin (now rebranded as Firo) is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that uses the Sigma protocol to ensure untraceable transactions and unlinkable addresses. It operates on a proof-of-work (PoW) consensus mechanism, utilizing the Merkle Tree Proof (MTP) algorithm to promote fair mining accessibility. ZCoin emphasizes anonymity and fungibility.
ZCoin Privacy Innovations
ZCoin's Sigma protocol enhances privacy by eliminating trusted setup requirements, addressing concerns associated with zk-SNARKs. Its Lelantus protocol further improves scalability and anonymity, making it a leader in privacy technologies. For example, users can transact privately without revealing sender, recipient, or amount.
One of ZCoin's contributions to the blockchain space is its focus on advancing fungibility. By ensuring that all coins are indistinguishable, it promotes fairness and usability. Keywords like ZCoin privacy and Sigma protocol are closely tied to this project.