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Proof of Progress: ZKP’s $17M Self-Funded Hardware Reaches Real-World, While Ethereum and Zcash See Market Pressure

January 4, 2026 By CryptoReporter

Market focus is shifting as established networks face structural questions rather than clear price momentum. The Ethereum current price is being influenced by ongoing concerns around scalability and node requirements, keeping traders cautious despite key support holding. At the same time, the Zcash price is stabilizing after sharp swings, with accumulation replacing the aggressive selling seen earlier.

Away from these structural pressures, attention is turning toward Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) for a different reason. As Proof Pods begin arriving globally following a $17 million self-funded production run, ZKP has entered the market with working hardware and active participation rather than future plans. 

Ethereum’s Infrastructure Dilemma: Protecting the $2,900 Floor

The Ethereum current price has recently faced a critical test near the $2,920 mark as the network’s “state” size reaches a breaking point. The Ethereum Foundation has warned that the sheer volume of data required to run a full node is threatening to centralize the network, as only well-funded operators can afford the necessary storage. 

To maintain the network’s censorship resistance, developers are proposing a shift toward “Statelessness.” This transition aims to allow nodes to verify transactions without storing the entire history of the chain. 

If these proposals, such as state expiry and partial statelessness, are successfully implemented, they could de-risk the network and provide the bullish momentum needed for the Ethereum current price to reach the $3,470 resistance zone. However, until a technical consensus is reached, the Ethereum current price remains sensitive to every update regarding the network’s long-term scalability.

Zcash Price Resilience: Institutional Absorption at $400

While Ethereum tackles state growth, the Zcash price has demonstrated a “V-shaped” recovery that has caught the attention of market analysts. After a sharp institutional sell-off saw the Zcash price dip to $384, aggressive accumulation by mid-sized traders has stabilized the asset near the $410–$440 range. This stability suggests that despite broader market volatility, there is a firm floor for the Zcash price established by informed participants.

Technically, the Zcash price is currently in a consolidation phase, with volatility compression signaling a potential breakout. For Zcash to end its recent descending trend, it must decisively reclaim the $420 level. 

As whales cautiously exit, the steady accumulation by retail and mid-sized holders continues to support the Zcash price, setting the stage for a high-stakes test of the overhead supply zones. Investors are watching the Zcash price closely for signs of a breakout above the 50-day EMA to confirm a reversal.

Proof Pod Deliveries Validate ZKP’s $17M Worth of Hardware  

While the overall market remains subdued, the Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) is moving beyond hype through a physical infrastructure rollout. The recent viral unboxing of its first Proof Pod delivered to a user in Australia has fundamentally shifted the conversation. 

The video offers the community visual evidence that the project’s $100 million ecosystem is fully operational. This milestone also confirms the $17 million self-funded production of Proof Poofs before the public launch. 

Unlike projects that rely on future fundraising to start manufacturing, ZKP’s inventory is already built and shipping globally with five-day delivery. This strategy establishes a “physical floor” for the network, enabling a Proof of Compute model where users generate income by processing encrypted AI tasks on local hardware.

The project’s economy is anchored by its daily presale auction, which distributes 200 million ZKP tokens every 24 hours. This mechanism ensures the market settles on a transparent daily price, which simultaneously sets the reward benchmark for all hardware operators. 

Proof Pod users can also increase their earnings with their devices through software upgrades to increase the level:

  • Entry Tier: Level 1 Pods earn 1x the daily settlement price (~$1).
  • Mid Tier: Level 50 units scale to 50x rewards.
  • Elite Tier: Level 300 units are designed to target a $300 daily output (based on a $1 settlement).

By merging decentralized AI with tangible hardware, ZKP is bridging the gap between complex cryptography and real-world income. Now is the chance for investors to secure a Pod and participate in the high-reward presale auction, before this window closes forever.  

Final Words: Why ZKP is the Most Popular Cryptocurrency?

The Ethereum current price and the Zcash price are both reflecting a market in evaluation mode rather than expansion. Ethereum remains tied to the outcome of its scalability and statelessness upgrades, with sentiment shifting on each technical update rather than clear price momentum. Zcash, meanwhile, has stabilized after heavy volatility, supported by steady accumulation, but still needs a decisive technical break to confirm a renewed trend. 

Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP), however, is being assessed through a different lens. The live Proof Pod hardware is already generating compute-based earnings and has a functioning privacy-focused AI network in place. 

ZKP is moving beyond theory into execution. This shift explains why ZKP is increasingly discussed as the most popular cryptocurrency right now, not because of price action alone, but because of live infrastructure and measurable use.

Join Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) Now:

Website: zkp.com

Disclaimer: The statements, views and opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily represent those of Crypto Reporter. Crypto Reporter is not responsible for the trustworthiness, quality, accuracy of any materials in this article. This article is provided for educational purposes only. Crypto Reporter is not responsible, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any content, goods or services mentioned in this article. Do your research and invest at your own risk.

Filed Under: General News, News Tagged With: ZKP

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