In the current Web3 ecosystem, zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) technology is becoming a popular choice for project development, but many people still have doubts about its practical applications. In fact, the core value of ZKP technology is mainly reflected in three aspects:

First, ZKP greatly enhances user privacy protection. It allows users to interact without revealing their identity and behavioral details, effectively preventing personal information leakage.

Secondly, ZKP technology enhances the trust mechanism between systems. It only verifies whether the user meets specific conditions without needing to know the user's specific asset situation, thus achieving effective verification while protecting privacy.

Finally, ZKP significantly enhances overall security. By minimizing the amount of exposed information, it greatly reduces the risk of users being targeted or attacked.

It is worth noting that Boundless is committed to building a ZK-based identity infrastructure. Unlike some projects that merely propose new concepts or issue tokens, Boundless focuses on solidifying the underlying technology to provide substantial support for the entire ecosystem.

Currently, Boundless has launched a directly accessible ZK authentication module, which includes on-chain KYC and an NFT-based permission system. The former allows users to complete real-name authentication without leaking any identity information on-chain; the latter supports refined permission management based on NFT holdings, providing access control for specific functions or services.

With the widespread application of ZKP technology in the Web3 field, we can foresee that the future blockchain ecosystem will make significant progress in protecting user privacy, enhancing system security, and improving user experience. This will not only help attract more users to participate but will also drive the entire industry towards a more mature and standardized direction.