The NFT world depends on reliable, safe, and affordable platforms to facilitate communications and payments between creators, collaborators, investors, and collectors. In search of these solutions, many developers have thrown their hats into the ring with their different approaches. We look at how ZKSync has managed to grab the attention of stakeholders in this growing market and the top NFTs using this solution.
What is ZKSync
Digital currency transactions may be fast and may have the ability to confer ownership of NFTs, but they have some gaps that upcoming solutions are trying to fill. ZKSync is a layer-2 scaling solution that works to speed up Ethereum transactions while reducing transaction charges. It relies on zero-knowledge rollups to combine different transactions and process them off the main Ethereum chain, thus presenting the following advantages:
- It is scalable: With many NFTs banking on Ethereum transactions, the demand on this blockchain can be overwhelming. ZKSync takes the bulk of work off the chain, thus increasing the number of transactions in any given period and increasing the transaction capacity.
- It is affordable: Gas fees are a concern for collectors and investors. By bundling transactions, this solution lowers the costs of buying NFTs considerably.
- It is secure: NFT transactions have always stood out for their security. ZKSync doubles down on this by inheriting the mainnet security in the blockchain while transacting.
Top ZKSync-Based NFTs
With ZKSync offering a myriad of benefits to the NFT market, many developers have chosen it as the best solution when launching their products. Below are the top options:
ZK Alien
Storylines sell like hot cake, as evidenced by this NFT that follows an alien war storyline. It features 2,024 NFTs depicting aliens and human beings. On one side, you have the warrior aliens attacking the cute aliens, and on the other side, you have the humans that serve as allies or foes, depending on the circumstances. As the battle ensues, the NFTs that win receive tokens as rewards, making it a good idea to purchase NFTs with high winning chances.
ZK Punks
CryptoPunks has been the mainstay in the NFT world, owing to its contribution to modern-day art. So inspiring was this NFT that it laid the groundwork for ZK Punks, the first collection on ZKSync. It is a collection of 10,000 NFTs (OG Punks) based on pixel art that features varying traits, thus making some more unique than others.
ZK Apes
There is a lot to love about this collection. First, the characters (apes) are similar to the apes and have varying traits. Secondly, the apes are dynamic such that their features change as they turn into punks. And the smart contract dictates that the price of each ape increases by 10% per mint call. So, whether you are looking for a collector’s item or a way to boost the profitability of your collection, you will love these impressive designs.
ZK Artifacts
Do you find value in collectibles? If so, you will love this amazing collection. It features digital artifacts with varying designs and functionalities. Many of these are great for more than just viewing – you can also rely on them as functional digital assets. What’s more, it’s easy to trade them, which makes them a good choice for a collector seeking items that are easy to liquidate.
ZK Creatures
Step into the world of fantasy with this collection that features mythical creatures. They come with different abilities, enabling collectors to engage in collaborations, events, and other activities where the strengths of their collections can show. Moreover, their unique functionalities make them a practical choice in the ZKSync ecosystem.
Conclusion
As more developers appreciate the unique advantages of ZKSync, more collections will become available through this platform, paving the way for faster and cheaper transactions over time.