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Crypto privacy is in the spotlight, as the Ethereum Foundation launches a new push to expand its privacy-related projects—while Zcash continues its surge.

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Stephen Graves
October 09, 2025

📝 What you need to know

Crypto privacy is coming under the spotlight, with the Ethereum Foundation annoucing multiple privacy-related initiatives. The Foundation has just launched a new cluster focused on crypto privacy, on the heels of a privacy-centric browser wallet and SDK named Kohaku.

Meanwhile, privacy coin Zcash is on a tear, surging by triple digits over the past fortnight. Experts pointed to growing institutional interest as driving the rally. Of course, it could also be that retail investors are coming around to the idea of privacy coins, spurred on by the record number of “$5 wrench attacks” on crypto holders this year.

Ethereum Foundation Launches New Cluster Focused on Privacy

The news comes on the heels of the Foundation announcing the launch of a privacy-centric wallet SDK, Kohaku.

Zcash Extends October Rally: What's Driving the Surge?

Zcash has surged more than 140% in two weeks to a three-year high, lifted by new institutional access and high-profile endorsements.

Why Is Everyone Suddenly Talking About Privacy Coin Zcash Again?

Zcash's price continued rising as Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Solana infrastructure firm Helius Labs, pointed to an emerging "interest flywheel."

Two Indicted in Tel Aviv Over $600,000 ‘Wrench Attack’ on Bitcoin Trader

The alleged home invasion adds to a record year of physical attacks on crypto holders, with 52 cases globally in 2025.

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“Full-stack privacy and security are first-class priorities in Ethereum.”

Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin, on the latest privacy-focused initiatives in the ecosystem

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