A new Sigma testnet release is out!

https://github.com/zcoinofficial/zcoin/releases/tag/v0.13.8.1-beta14

As we approach the release of Sigma, a ZKP privacy protocol without trusted setup and small proof sizes, we invite people to give it a go! For instructions on how to do so:
https://zcoin.io/sigma-testnet-available-for-public-testing/

What the Venezuelan crisis teaches about cryptocurrency privacy (By Reuben Yap)

https://cryptoslate.com/venezuelan-crisis-cryptocurrency-privacy/

Zcoin Development Update 27 May 2019



Sigma feature freeze and release candidate aim to be on 7 June 2019, smart asset token with privacy support, new MTP ccminer and ongoing research.

https://zcoin.io/zcoin-development-update-27-may-2019/

For those using Ledger Nano X, we have updated our Electrum Zcoin $XZC wallet to include support for it.

https://github.com/zcoinofficial/electrum-xzc/releases/tag/3.3.6

Help vote on the best time for a Zcoin AMA!

https://twitter.com/zcoinofficial/status/1132411809187500033?s=19

Zcoin $XZC strategy update on improving adoption, branding, community, collaborations and integrations.

https://youtu.be/rY1DJCRcKtE

Zcoin is now supported on ChangeNOW. Swap Zcoin with 170+ cryptos without needing an account!

https://changenow.io/?to=xzc

Part 2 of a rare glimpse into our founder Poramin Insom's journey and vision of Zcoin.

http://www.eliteplusmagazine.com/home/content/656/8

Check out a little teaser of how Zcoin's Sigma privacy protocol works and how it is designed to make it easy to anonymize your funds and make Sigma spends!

https://youtu.be/yj7l2oXus3I

Reuben talks on Nasdaq's TradeTalks about privacy on the blockchain and the challenges on getting it right



https://www.pscp.tv/w/b67e0TFEWUVYTnJBTWd6S2d8MWVhS2J2d2tnVmVLWMyle2JksFr2gxcji1aMhhGa7MfvvdC6IAr6h25Qw9QR

Blokt interviewed Reuben Yap, COO of Zcoin, to find out why privacy-preserving technologies are essential to cryptocurrencies, and what makes the Zcoin team so passionate about them.

https://blokt.com/interview/zcoin-putting-financial-privacy-at-the-forefront-with-untraceable-crypto-transactions

Watch Reuben being interviewed by Crypto Finder on the recent Zerocoin exploit, the important of having a supply auditability, and on Zcoin's upcoming privacy protocols: Sigma and Lelantus.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwPE81_EpVE

Some picture of Zcoin at Consensus 2019




Reuben doing a talk on Zcoin at the Privacy Land meetup


Reuben doing an interview with Crypto Finder on upgrading privacy


Reuben Yap (Zcoin’s COO), Matt k (Zcoin’s Boston Ambassador) and Sandra Yap (Zcoin’s Director of Partnerships and Media)

Join Zcoin tomorrow at the Privacy Land meetup on 15 May together with other privacy centric projects IoTeX, NuCypher and Enigma! Our COO Reuben will be presenting on our new privacy protocols. #sigma #lelantus #Consensus2019

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/privacy-land-w-iotex-nucypher-enigma-zcoin-blockchain-week-nyc-tickets-61433430043

Did you know that Zcoin has an offical Twitter, Telegram News channel, Discord and even a dedicated forum?

Join the discussions on Sigma, financial privacy and even a possible rebranding. We want to hear from you.

Check them out here:

Zcoin Twitter account - @zcoinofficial
Telegram channel - @zcoinproject
Telegram News channel - @zcoinofficial
Zcoin Forum - https://forum.zcoin.io/
Discord - https://discordapp.com/invite/4FjnQ2q

Our ideas for Zcoin's rebrand are becoming clearer. Help contribute to the discussion here!

https://forum.zcoin.io/t/rebranding-brainstorming-for-zcoin/116/35

Zcoin Development Update 9 May 2019


New privacy protocol Sigma testnet launch and fixes, Exodus token adoption, Lelantus cryptographic libraries completed.

https://zcoin.io/zcoin-development-update-9-may-2019/

If you're in New York for Consensus, join us at the Privacy Land meetup on 15 May together with other privacy centric projects IoTeX, NuCypher and Enigma! Reuben our COO and Sandra , our Director of Partnerships will be attending.


https://www.eventbrite.com/e/privacy-land-w-iotex-nucypher-enigma-zcoin-blockchain-week-nyc-tickets-61433430043

From cyberwarfare to cryptocurrency, a rare look into our founder's journey @InsomPoramin and how he came to start Zcoin $XZC. This is Part 1 of a 2 part series.

http://www.eliteplusmagazine.com/home/content/654/8

Further disclosure and clarification on Zerocoin spends issue:

https://zcoin.io/further-disclosure-on-zerocoin-vulnerability/