# Privacy Matters, 29

**Published by:** [Automata Network](https://paragraph.com/@automata-network/)
**Published on:** 2024-02-01
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@automata-network/privacy-matters-29

## Content

gm, readers. At Automata we work on protecting privacy and fairness. And in this newsletter, we find more reasons to talk about it. Explore headlines and catch up on the biggest crypto news in Web3 privacy. This week:UK government cautiously explores digital pound launch, prioritizes user privacyMIM stablecoin de-pegs following Abracadabra’s $6.5M exploitPatreon users report receiving phishing emailsUma launches Oval, a solution designed to capture Oracle Extractive Value, promoting fairness in DeFiSecret Network’s Privacy as a Service joins Polygon Solution Provider Network, enabling EVM developers to integrate confidential computation into Polygon dAppsPortal DeFi and Waterfall Network collaborate to facilitate private swaps between Bitcoin and other digital assetsAleo prepares for Mainnet launch, aiming to bring privacy to cryptoSmartWhales integrates with Oasis Privacy Layer (OPL) for enhanced privacy on its on-chain copy-trading platformOp-Ed:Surge in phishing attacks amid market recoveryZooming into ZK:Scroll unveils new multi-proof system, in collaboration with Automata NetworkNym reveals the first 3 privacy-preserving recipients of grants from the Nym Innovation FundSpace and Time’s Proof of SQL ZK-proof tool provides trustless verification of privacy-preserving dataMagic integrates with zkSync for scalabilityPolygon set to launch AggLayer (Aggregated Blockchains) on the mainnet in FebruaryOrbiter Finance announces zk-powered ‘Orbiter Rollup’ for increased interoperability between Ethereum Layer-2sAxiom launches Axiom V2 on the Ethereum mainnet which utilizes zero-knowledge to enable smart contracts to compute over a broader range of dataImmutable announces the early access launch of its Immutable zkEVM MainnetAPI3 announces Layer-2 chain to enable dApps and users to benefit from oracle extractable value (OEV)Conversations you missed:Pather and BitMart highlight challenges to privacy in DeFiRAILGUN discusses privacy on Leviathan NewsSecret Network and Shade Protocol explore Private DeFiShade Protocol delves into privacy-preserving DeFi with LevanaNymVPN set to launch private alpha in FebruarySubscribeWe dive into the details, so you don’t have to: Space and Time introduces Blitzar, an open-source GPU accelerator for privacy-centric ZK-proof protocols, a crucial element for Ethereum Layer-2 scaling platforms. Blitzar, designed for GPUs, optimizes the computationally demanding multi-scalar multiplication in ZK-proof generation. With a focus on data privacy, Space and Time's technology ensures tamper-proof on-chain and off-chain data for dApps. Its Proof of SQL ZK-proof tool generates a SNARK cryptographic proof for trustless verification of data queries within the network. Space and Time @SpaceandTimeDB We’re thrilled to announce that Blitzar, the GPU acceleration framework powering Proof of SQL, is now available to ZK projects and devs in open source Check out the exclusive from @Cointelegraph: cointelegraph.com/news/space-and… Let’s break it down… What is an acceleration 1,794 7:04 AM • Jan 25, 2024 Oasis Foundation grants $25,000 to support SmartWhales in integrating the Oasis Privacy Layer (OPL) into its on-chain copy-trading platform, emphasizing a commitment to financial privacy in Web3. This cross-chain privacy framework extends Oasis's confidentiality features to any EVM network, empowering traders with enhanced privacy in on-chain trading tools. Nym Technologies has unveiled the initial recipients of the Nym Innovation Fund grants, supporting three privacy-focused projects utilizing the Nym mixnet. Elsewhere, NymVPN is set for a private launch in February, combining a decentralized VPN with mixnet technology to ensure comprehensive privacy. The user-friendly application has two modes: the NymVPN 2-hop dVPN mode and the NymVPN 5-hop mixnet mode, the latter optimized for robust privacy, including resistance to traffic analysis and protection against government-level adversaries. Connect with Automata on both X (Twitter) and Discord. This newsletter is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional financial advice or interpreted as investment advice. Cryptocurrencies are volatile assets and you should always do your own research before making any informed decisions when investing or trading.

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