# Uma Roy I Next Generation ZK Applications with SP1 I Succinct Labs I Pragma San Francisco 2024

- Speakers: [Uma Roy](https://streameth.org/speakers/uma-roy)
- Channel: [ETHGlobal](https://streameth.org/ethglobal)
- Date: 2025-10-09
- Duration: 21:17
- Topics: Uma Roy, Succinct Labs, SP1 ZKVM, Zero Knowledge Proofs, ZK Applications, Ethereum Rollups, Blockchain Scalability, Rust Programming, Cross-Chain Interoperability, Privacy-Preserving, ZK Light Clients, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Move VM, Cosmos SDK, OP Stack, Machine Learning onchain, Ethereum Ecosystem, Blockchain Privacy, Real-world ZK use cases, ZK Development, Pragma SF 2024
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/yt-hR9FF-M1NMA
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hR9FF-M1NMA

## Description

Explore the future of Zero-Knowledge (ZK) technology with Uma Roy from Succinct Labs as she introduces SP1, a revolutionary ZK Virtual Machine (ZKVM), at Pragma San Francisco 2024.

Learn how SP1 simplifies ZK application development, making it accessible for all developers through Rust programming, enabling powerful blockchain scaling, cross-chain interoperability, privacy-preserving solutions, and verifiable real-world applications. Uma shares practical examples, innovative hackathon ideas, and insights into how SP1 is transforming Ethereum rollups, blockchain ecosystems, and beyond.

00:00 Intro: Uma Roy & Succinct Labs on SP1 ZK Applications
00:54 What is Zero-Knowledge (ZK)? Simple Explanation
01:27 Understanding ZK Proofs: Succinctness & Efficiency
02:01 ZK for Blockchain Scalability & Ethereum Rollups
03:04 Privacy Applications of ZK on Ethereum & Bitcoin
03:38 Using ZK for Privacy in Real-World (Web2) Scenarios
05:07 Verifiability & Regulatory Compliance Using ZK
06:08 Introduction to SP1: A Powerful ZK Virtual Machine
06:38 How SP1 Works: Rust Programming & RISC-V Compilation
07:13 Old ZK Development: Complex Circuits & Limitations
08:10 SP1 Advantages: Simple Rust Code & Easy Integration
09:13 SP1 Code Example: Fibonacci Number in Rust
09:48 SP1 Performance: Fastest ZKVM for Ethereum Rollups
11:25 Ethereum Rollups & ZK EVMs Built with SP1
12:35 Converting OP Stack Rollups into ZK Rollups with SP1
13:08 Cross-Chain Interoperability: ZK Light Clients & SP1
14:14 Hackathon Ideas: ZK Applications to Build with SP1
14:47 Building ZK Light Clients & Modular Security Bridges
15:18 Bitcoin Chain State Verification using SP1
15:47 ZK for Alternative VMs (Move VM, SVM, Cosmos SDK)
16:21 Fun Onchain Games & Provable Video Games with SP1
16:55 Advanced NFTs & Conditional Minting with SP1 ZK
17:27 Onchain Machine Learning (ML) Models Using SP1
17:57 Real-World ZK Applications & Use Cases with SP1
18:28 Authenticity Verification for Images (ZK Attestation)
18:57 Running SP1 & ZK Proofs on Mobile Devices
19:29 Verifying Emails & Passports Onchain with SP1 ZK
20:27 Selective Data Disclosure & Identity Privacy with ZK
20:59 Conclusion & Resources for SP1 ZK Development

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🇺🇸 *Pragma San Francisco*
Pragma San Francisco 2024 was a special gathering of founders and builders that took place October 16th and 17th at The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco, CA.  Pragma San Francisco 2024 was an opportunity discuss the future of web3 and reflect on the past. Watch the full Pragma San Francisco playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXzKMXK2aHh4LcwDpGf_itZrAu7XRNb07&si=3x3y9J3avgNTITUe

ETHGlobal's Pragma series takes place in cities around the world, and is designed to be a different kind of event. Pragma is a one-stage conference with founders-only on stage, bringing together a small group of curated attendees and speakers to discuss the future of web3 and reflect on the past. 

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