Sophon is a ZK chain that is part of ZKsync’s broader Elastic Chain vision. Key Features of Sophon 1. Built on Validium and the ZK Stack Sophon leverages Validium as part of the ZK Stack, offering the following advantages: Higher Throughput: Process a larger volume of transactions efficiently. Low Transaction Fees: Enable cost-effective interactions for users. Layer 2 Benefits: As a Layer 2 network, Sophon ensures scalability while maintaining the security of the Ethereum mainnet. 2. Interoperability through Elastic Chains A key advantage of being part of the Elastic Chain vision is seamless interoperability: Sophon enables frictionless interactions between itself and other ZK chains. Users and applications can operate across chains without liquidity fragmentation. 3. Enhanced User Experience By combining scalability with interoperability, Sophon ensures that: Users benefit from a fast, seamless, and secure environment. Developers can build applications that interact effortlessly with the entire ZK ecosystem.