Boundless, also known by its token symbol ZKC, is a protocol built for zero-knowledge (ZK) computation across many blockchains. It helps blockchains scale better, adding privacy and speed without making each chain change how it works.
How it works
Developers or apps that need heavy computation send requests to Boundless. Independent nodes, called provers, do the work off-chain. Then they create ZK proofs that show the work was done correctly. The blockchain verifies only the proof — not every detail. This reduces load.
Boundless uses a model called Proof of Verifiable Work (PoVW). Provers are rewarded in ZKC for doing these proofs. They need to stake (lock up) ZKC tokens as collateral to take on work. If they don’t do the work properly, they can lose part of that stake.
Key features
Mainnet Launched: Boundless went from testnet to mainnet in September 2025.
Ecosystem Growth: Many applications and protocols already use or plan to use Boundless for proof generation.
Token (ZKC): Total supply initially one billion tokens. ZKC is used for staking, governance, paying for proofs, and securing the system.
Why it matters
Boundless aims to solve the problem of blockchains being slow because they require every node to repeat all computations. By offloading heavy computation, it can make networks faster and cheaper. Also, it wants to make privacy-friendly features more common.
