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What Is a “Zero-Knowledge Proof” and How Can It Address Mempool Transparency?

A zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) is a cryptographic method where one party can prove to another that a statement is true without revealing any information beyond the validity of the statement itself. In the context of mempool transparency, ZKPs can be used to prove that a transaction is valid and meets all requirements without revealing the transaction's content, such as the asset, amount, or price.

This prevents front-running bots from seeing the profitable trade details, thus removing the necessary information for the attack.

What Does ‘Zero-Knowledge’ Mean in the Context of zk-SNARKs?
Explain the Role of the ‘Mempool’ in Preventing or Causing Front-Running in DeFi
What Is the Difference between a Merkle Proof and a Zero-Knowledge Proof?
How Does the Transparency of a Public Order Book on a DEX Enable Front-Running?