About

Zano is an open-source, layer-1 cryptocurrency and ecosystem designed for privacy, security, and scalability. It provides a foundation for confidential assets and privacy-focused decentralized applications (dApps). Zano utilizes a hybrid Proof of Work/Proof of Stake consensus, confidential assets, and auditable wallets. All transactions are private by default, with no visible amounts, addresses, or asset types. The platform supports features such as escrow contracts and atomic swaps, emphasizing privacy and modular core performance for various blockchain applications.

History

Zano is a privacy-oriented project started by the main developer of the original CryptoNote (Monero, Bytecoin, Haven et. al) implementation, Andrey Sabelnikov.