Written by: The DeFi Investor

Translated by: TechFlow

Currently, the zkSync ecosystem is preparing for explosive growth, and now is the perfect time to get involved. As more decentralized applications (dApps) are built on the zkSync ecosystem, its potential will continue to expand.

In this article, we'll introduce some of the most innovative and high-potential projects built on zkSync technology, leveraging zero-knowledge proofs to improve efficiency and reduce costs. If you're looking for new investment opportunities in the crypto space, this article is definitely worth reading.

Within less than 30 days of its launch, zkSync has already achieved a TVL of $200 million. Additionally, zkSync has become the second most active platform in the Ethereum L2 ecosystem, with daily transaction volumes even surpassing those of Optimism.

All of this happened without any incentive programs and with fewer than 20 dApps deployed.

Clearly, the potential and appeal of the zkSync ecosystem are enormous, and it is expected to attract more developers and users in the future, further driving ecosystem development.

Now let's introduce six upcoming protocols that I recommend adding to your watchlist:

ZKEX

ZKEX is an upcoming multi-chain DEX built on ZK Rollup technology. It has already launched on testnet and aims to deliver a user experience comparable to Binance, supporting cross-chain asset trading across multiple blockchains. It also supports advanced order types such as limit orders, stop-loss orders, and partial fills.

Project link: https://twitter.com/ZKEX_Official

Increment

Increment is a perpetual futures platform that uses Curve V2’s AMM for trade execution. Its features include:

• Auto-concentrated liquidity;

• Dynamic fees;

• Parameterizable pools.

It is expected to launch on zkSync Era in Q2 2023.

Project link: https://twitter.com/IncrementHQ

ZigZagExchange

ZigZagExchange is a P2P order book DEX built for Ethereum L2s. On ZigZag, anyone can list a trading pair—a feature not possible on most order book DEXs.

The protocol is theoretically ready for launch but has been delayed due to missing functionalities on zkSync Era.

Project link: https://twitter.com/ZigZagExchange

Derivio

Derivio is building an on-chain derivatives ecosystem. It offers a wide range of products enabling spot, options, and advanced derivatives trading. It is already live on testnet and is currently developing additional products such as derivatives vaults.

Project link: https://twitter.com/derivio_xyz

zkGame

This is a Web3-native GambleFi protocol. By leveraging tamper-proof mechanisms and VRF technology, it provides transparency and fairness for gaming. The project has confirmed it will launch a token, and interacting with the live testnet may qualify you for an airdrop.

Project link: https://twitter.com/zkGame_io

Tevaera

Tevaera is a project similar to Treasure DAO but built on zkSync.

The team is building an on-chain gaming ecosystem based on zkSync. In addition to games, they are also developing an L3 gaming superchain and a DEX for P&E economies.

Project link: https://twitter.com/tevaera