Aztec chain
Overview
Aztec operates as a layer-2 rollup on Ethereum, employing zero-knowledge proofs (ZK-SNARKs) to facilitate private transactions and smart contract execution. The protocol targets confidential DeFi use cases, enabling users to shield assets and conduct private transfers while preserving composability within Ethereum's network.
Within The Counterparty graph, Aztec connects to 1 tracked entity, most strongly to Dai.
Relations
Top connections in The Counterparty knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 1 of 1 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
deployed_on | Dai | 95% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Aztec?
Aztec is a layer2 tracked in The Counterparty knowledge graph. It is connected to 1 other tracked entity, most strongly to Dai.
What type of entity is Aztec?
Aztec is classified as a layer2 (chain) in The Counterparty knowledge graph.
What is Aztec connected to?
In The Counterparty knowledge graph, Aztec is linked to 1 other tracked entity, most strongly to Dai.
In the wire
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- 2026-07-21 Aztec v5 brings private smart contracts to Ethereum in alpha launch crypto.news
- 2026-07-21 Aztec upgrades to V5, adds full private execution environment to Ethereum L2 cryptobriefing.com
- 2026-07-21 Aztec upgrades to V5 in alpha, adding full private execution environment to decentralized Ethereum L2 theblock
- 2026-07-20 Vitalik Buterin’s Aztec Demo Shows Why Ethereum Privacy Still Matters cryptorank.io