🚨 SEC Takes Crypto Spotlight: Zcash, StarkWare & ACLU Debate ZK-Proofs and Oversight! 🛡️
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is officially stepping into a high-stakes discussion between financial regulation and privacy-enhancing technology.
📅 Mark Your Calendars:
Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 5:00 PM ET
Location: SEC Headquarters, Washington, D.C. (Live webcast available)
🔑 Why This Matters Now:
For years, privacy protocols have been met with regulatory skepticism. This event signals a major shift: regulators are actively engaging with developers and advocates, recognizing the potential role of these tools in the financial ecosystem.
🛠️ Focus Technology:
ZK-Proofs (Zero-Knowledge Proofs) – cryptographic tools that allow users to prove a statement (like KYC compliance) without revealing underlying sensitive data.
👥 Speakers & Participants:
Zooko Wilcox (Zcash): Pioneer in private cryptocurrencies
Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos (StarkWare): Leader in ZK-scaling solutions
Jay Stanley (ACLU): Privacy and civil liberties expert
Representatives from Aleo, Espresso Systems, Blockchain Association, and other key industry figures
⚖️ Key Debate:
The central tension: How can financial institutions and regulators meet AML/KYC and anti-fraud obligations without compromising user privacy? Can ZK-proofs serve as the bridge?
This is shaping up as a landmark discussion that could redefine privacy in regulated crypto markets.