Introducing a revolutionary zero-knowledge proof (ZK-proof) technology known as proof of SQL, which is set to revolutionize the speed of Structured Query Language (SQL) queries. This new innovation aims to reduce the traditionally long 30-minute wait time to sub-second speeds, promising significant efficiency gains for real-time data processing applications.
Space and Time (SxT) recently unveiled their verifiable compute layer for artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain, introducing an open-source ZK prover for data processing on GitHub on June 12th. This breakthrough development offers a glimpse into the future of efficient data processing.
In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, Jay White, co-founder and head of research at SxT, elaborated on the performance benchmarks that showcase the sub-second capabilities of proof of SQL. The technology was initially released in alpha to a select group of SxT customers in August 2023 and has now been made available to the public on GitHub.
This publicly accessible cryptographic tool enables community members to run trustless queries on SxT, with developers having the option to download the repository directly from GitHub. The move towards open-sourcing ZK-proofs aligns with SxT’s mission to enhance the security and performance of decentralized applications (DApps) while fostering collaboration within the community.
White emphasized the team’s commitment to user experience (UX) and highlighted the seamless integration of proof of SQL with the Chainlink network. The collaboration with the zkSync ecosystem aims to provide developers with a solution to run SQL queries directly from their smart contracts using proof of SQL.
The inefficiencies caused by delays in data verification have long posed challenges to the scalability and performance of DApps. However, proof of SQL addresses these issues by allowing developers to connect analytics directly to smart contracts, unlocking new use cases and business logic in blockchain technology.
Looking ahead, White outlined the scalability of proof of SQL in handling increasing data volumes, complex queries, and future enhancements to overcome bottlenecks. The integration of ZK-proofs in the crypto industry could have far-reaching implications, opening up new possibilities for data processing and verification.
As the demand for ZK technology grows, initiatives like StarkWare’s $1 million research fund to implement ZK-scaling for Bitcoin demonstrate the industry’s commitment to advancing this cutting-edge technology. With the potential to revolutionize data processing and verification, ZK technology is paving the way for a more efficient and secure digital future.