ZERC zkRace

zkRace, previously known as DeRace, is a leading Web3 horse racing game and the first advanced zk-rollup infrastructure specifically designed for GameFi, utilizing the ZERC token.

The ZERC token is crucial for driving the GameFi revolution, providing exceptional utility by supporting both the gaming platform and its underlying infrastructure.

The initial DEX offering (IDO) for zkRace took place on July 16, 2021, on DAO Maker, followed by the beta version launch on December 28, 2021.

Founders of zkRace

zkRace was developed by W3Forge, a Web3 development studio, incubator, and accelerator. The core team consists of 18 members from Lithuania, the UK, France, Dubai, and Switzerland. Adomas Juodišius and Adelaida Sinkevič co-founded the project, with Juodišius serving as CEO. Before zkRace, he founded Media Bubbles, a marketing agency in Vilnius. Sinkevič, who is also a co-founder of Media Bubbles, now acts as the CMO for zkRace. The advisory team includes notable figures such as Hassan Sheikh, co-founder of DAO Maker; Michael Kam, co-founder of Double Peak; former footballer Michael Owen; cricketer AB de Villiers; entrepreneur KmanuS88; and Alex Becker, CEO of Hyros.

Unique Aspects of zkRace

zkRace distinguishes itself as a premier Web3 horse racing game and a comprehensive infrastructure aimed at transforming the Web3 gaming landscape.

As a Web3 game, zkRace is at the forefront of the NFT horse racing metaverse, combining scalability, transparency, and a player-centric approach. It is the first horse racing ecosystem to operate across multiple blockchain networks, integrating real-world racing dynamics to create engaging experiences for both crypto enthusiasts and newcomers.

On the infrastructure side, zkRace employs advanced Layer 2 zk-rollup Validium technology to improve Web3 gaming. This technology minimizes financial barriers and enhances transparency, enabling near-zero gas fees for minting, trading, and data storage. With its proprietary Validium solution, zkRace guarantees seamless gameplay, scalable off-chain data storage, and on-chain verification of game data integrity, positioning it as a robust framework for advancing the GameFi industry.