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ZK-Rollup Cross-Chain Settlement Optimization

Engineer AI systems that optimize batch composition and proof generation for cross-chain settlements via ZK-Rollups, reducing finality time and transaction costs.
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FULL-STACK ENGINEERING

Custom Blockchain Development

Build production-ready, scalable blockchain networks and applications tailored to your specific business logic.

We architect and deploy custom blockchain solutions from the ground up, including private/permissioned networks, sidechains, and application-specific L2s. Our full-cycle development delivers secure, auditable code and enterprise-grade infrastructure.

From initial design to mainnet launch, we ensure your network is optimized for performance, security, and future growth.

  • Core Protocol Development: Custom consensus (PoA, PoS), smart contract VMs, and governance modules.
  • Infrastructure & Tooling: RPC nodes, block explorers, indexers, and monitoring dashboards.
  • Integration & Interoperability: Secure bridges, cross-chain messaging (CCIP, IBC), and multi-chain wallet solutions.
  • Deliverables: Complete technical documentation, 99.9% uptime SLA, and post-launch support.
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ZK-ROLLUP CROSS-CHAIN SETTLEMENT

Core Technical Capabilities

Our engineering team delivers production-ready ZK-Rollup infrastructure, enabling secure, low-latency cross-chain settlement for DeFi protocols and financial applications.

02

High-Performance Prover Infrastructure

Deploy scalable proving clusters with GPU acceleration, reducing proof generation times to under 2 seconds for complex transactions. We manage the infrastructure with 99.9% uptime SLA.

< 2 sec
Proof Time
99.9%
Uptime SLA
05

Gas Optimization & Cost Analytics

We analyze and optimize every layer—from circuit constraints to L1 calldata—reducing your operational costs by up to 90% compared to native bridge alternatives.

Up to 90%
Cost Reduction
Calldata
Optimized
benefits
DELIVERABLES

Business Outcomes for Your Protocol

We architect and deploy production-ready ZK-Rollup infrastructure that directly impacts your protocol's performance and bottom line.

01

Sub-Second Finality

Settle cross-chain transactions in under 1 second, enabling real-time DeFi trading and payment experiences that match traditional finance.

< 1 sec
Settlement Time
10,000+
TPS Capacity
02

Cost Reduction

Cut L1 settlement costs by over 90% by batching thousands of transactions into a single ZK-proof, dramatically lowering operational overhead.

> 90%
Cost Savings
$0.01
Avg. Tx Cost
03

Enhanced Security & Trust

Leverage battle-tested ZK-SNARK/STARK circuits with formal verification. All infrastructure undergoes third-party audits by firms like Trail of Bits.

100%
Audit Coverage
Zero
Prod Exploits
04

Faster Time-to-Market

Deploy a fully integrated, custom ZK-Rollup for cross-chain settlement in under 6 weeks, from architecture to mainnet launch.

< 6 weeks
Deployment
24/7
SRE Support
05

Capital Efficiency

Optimize liquidity across chains with atomic composability. Reduce the capital lock-up required for cross-chain bridges and market-making.

70%
Less Locked Capital
Atomic
Composability
Cross-Chain Settlement Infrastructure

Build vs. Buy: AI-Optimized ZK-Rollup

A detailed comparison of the time, cost, and risk involved in developing a custom ZK-rollup for cross-chain settlement versus leveraging Chainscore's managed service.

Critical FactorBuild In-HousePartner with Chainscore

Time to Production

6-12+ months

4-8 weeks

Upfront Development Cost

$250K - $750K+

$0

Core Team Required

3-5 Senior ZK Engineers

Your Integration Lead

Security & Audit Burden

High (Custom, unaudited code)

Low (Pre-audited, battle-tested circuits)

AI-Optimized Prover Setup

Months of R&D

Pre-configured & Tuned

Cross-Chain Bridge Integration

Custom development per chain

Pre-built for 10+ EVM L1/L2s

Ongoing Infrastructure & DevOps

Your team + cloud costs

Fully managed with 99.9% SLA

Total Year 1 Cost (Est.)

$500K - $1.2M+

Starts at $120K/year

Access to Future Upgrades

Your responsibility

Included (ZK-EVM, new VMs)

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PROVEN FRAMEWORK

Our Delivery Methodology

We deliver production-ready ZK-rollup solutions through a structured, milestone-driven process designed for technical founders. Our methodology ensures predictable delivery, transparent collaboration, and infrastructure built for scale.

01

Architecture & Protocol Design

We begin with a deep technical assessment of your settlement logic to design an optimal ZK-rollup architecture. This includes selecting the right proving system (e.g., Plonk, STARKs), data availability layer, and cross-chain messaging protocol (e.g., LayerZero, Axelar) for your specific use case.

2-3 weeks
Design Phase
3+ Options
Architecture Reviewed
02

Circuit Development & Proving

Our team engineers the core zero-knowledge circuits in Circom or Noir, implementing your custom settlement logic. We focus on proof efficiency (proving time, verification cost) and security, with formal verification practices applied to critical components.

< 5 sec
Target Proof Gen
Gas-Optimized
Verifier Contracts
03

Sequencer & Node Implementation

We build and deploy the operational backbone: a high-performance sequencer for transaction ordering and execution, and full nodes for data availability and state synchronization. This includes MEV resistance strategies and robust disaster recovery.

99.9% SLA
Sequencer Uptime
Sub-second
Block Time
04

Security & Audit Integration

Security is integrated, not an afterthought. We conduct internal audits, formal verification on critical paths, and facilitate external audits with leading firms. We deliver a comprehensive audit report and a remediation plan before mainnet deployment.

Internal + External
Audit Layers
Full Report
Delivered
05

Staged Testnet Deployment

We deploy to a private testnet for initial validation, followed by a public testnet (e.g., Sepolia, Holesky) with incentivized testing programs. We monitor performance, gather feedback, and iterate on the bridge UI/UX and economic parameters.

2+ Environments
Testnet Phases
Bug Bounty
Program Setup
06

Mainnet Launch & Ongoing Support

We manage the mainnet genesis ceremony and initial operator setup. Post-launch, we provide ongoing infrastructure monitoring, performance optimization, and upgrade management for the ZK-rollup and its cross-chain bridges, ensuring long-term reliability.

24/7 Monitoring
Post-Launch
SLA-Backed
Support Tiers
ZK-Rollup Implementation

Frequently Asked Questions

Get clear answers on how we deliver secure, high-throughput cross-chain settlement for your DeFi protocol or exchange.

A production-ready ZK-Rollup settlement layer typically takes 6-10 weeks from kickoff to mainnet launch. This includes 2 weeks for architecture design, 3-4 weeks for core circuit and contract development, 2 weeks for internal testing and optimization, and 1-2 weeks for final security audit integration and deployment. We provide a detailed sprint-by-sprint roadmap on day one.

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10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall
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