Ethereum Updates: Buterin's Support Fuels ZK Token Rally, Elevates Ethereum as a Leading Liquidity Hub
- ZK token surged over 50% to $0.045 on November 1, 2025, driven by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin's endorsement. - ZKsync's Atlas upgrade introduced 30,000 TPS sequencer and Airbender system, enhancing Ethereum's scalability and cross-chain liquidity. - Matter Labs plans ZK governance token airdrop (33% to team/investors) to decentralize ZKsync and boost institutional adoption. - Analysts highlight 15,000 TPS and near-zero fees as key advantages positioning ZKsync for enterprise and real-time financi
On November 1, 2025, the value of the ZK token soared by more than 50%, jumping from $0.03 to $0.045, after receiving a notable endorsement from
Atlas, launched by ZKsync’s parent company Matter Labs, features a new high-speed sequencer that can handle up to 30,000 transactions per second (TPS) while remaining fully compatible with Ethereum, as detailed by Cryptobriefing. The upgrade also introduces Airbender, a mechanism that allows for instant confirmations and cross-chain settlements. These advancements help establish Ethereum as a "genuine liquidity powerhouse," according to a
The upgrade’s instant liquidity capabilities are especially impactful for institutional investors and real-world asset (RWA) transactions. Before Atlas, Layer-2 solutions like
Matter Labs has also revealed plans to further decentralize ZKsync by launching a governance token,
The sharp rise in ZK token’s value highlights both the technical strengths of the upgrade and the weight of Buterin’s endorsement. His tweet calling Ethereum "incorruptible" reinforced the project’s alignment with Ethereum’s foundational values, while also emphasizing ZKsync’s contribution to improving blockchain scalability. Experts observe that the upgrade’s emphasis on enterprise-level performance—such as 15,000 TPS and minimal fees—positions ZKsync as a strong option for institutional users and real-time financial services.
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