ZINC

90 reviews, 32% of them positive.32% positive · 90 reviews· Influence factor 13, above 2% of accounts

The record

From 90 activities · Jun 2026

ZINC is a private proof-of-work mining protocol on Solana powered by Arcium's confidential compute, featuring gamified 30-second rounds where users deploy SOL to mine tokens while keeping strategies hidden. It achieved top-3 revenue status on Solana within weeks of launch with $18M TVL and $1.8M in fees, backed by aggressive buyback-and-burn mechanics and high APY staking. Community sentiment is deeply divided: supporters praise the novel privacy mechanics, strong early traction, and builder-focused execution, while critics dismiss it as a speculative gambling wrapper with heavy KOL marketing masking weak fundamentals, unproven token utility, and governance failures—particularly disputes with MetaDAO over redemptions and treatment of early backers that have eroded trust despite impressive on-chain numbers.

What people say

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“Innovative Team Advancing Privacy and Fairness in Web3”Zinc is bringing a fresh and innovative approach to the blockchain ecosystem by combining privacy-preserving technology with a unique proof-of-work mining model on Solana. The project's vision goes beyond simply launching a token; it focuses on creating a more transparent, accessible, and community-driven participation model while leveraging advanced privacy infrastructure. Their commitment to innovation and experimentation demonstrates a strong understanding of the evolving needs of the decentralized ecosystem. What stands out most is the team's ability to introduce complex technological concepts in a way that encourages community engagement and long-term sustainability. By prioritizing privacy, fairness, and user participation, Zinc is helping explore new possibilities for decentralized networks. The project's growing visibility and positive reception within the crypto community reflect the dedication and effort behind its development. I appreciate their vision and look forward to seeing their continued growth and contributions to the broader Web3 landscape.

S I N T H I · 1254· 4mo ago0

“ZINC: The Quiet Founder Who Built a Gold Mine on Solana, Then Faced a DAO Storm”The founder behind @zinc_cash chose “quiet mode,” stepping away from content creation to fully focus on building ZINC a gamified, private proof of work mining protocol on Solana. He raised nearly $1 million through the ZKFG token on MetaDAO and officially launched the project in late May 2026. In less than 20 days, ZINC shattered records: it achieved 1 million computations on the Arcium network and quickly became one of the highest revenue protocols on Solana. Miners flocked in round after round, chasing massive prize pools worth hundreds of thousands of dollars while enjoying unique mechanics like stockpile, wildcat, and the brick system. The success came so fast that a single stockpile round could exceed hundreds of thousands of dollars.However, the journey wasn’t without turbulence. As ZINC’s revenue surged, governance tensions with MetaDAO emerged. Several proposals to buy out ZKFG holders at $0.15 were submitted, and there were even threats of legal action due to stalled communication. The founder and his team stood firm. They continued professional negotiations with the MetaDAO team and experienced advisors like WhiteWhaleLabs, along with Silicon Valley investors. Their main focus remained clear: finding a fair solution for all parties, protecting loyal early backers, and preserving the project’s integrity from what they viewed as a “supermajority” that had only entered through the open market.Now, resolution is in sight. Proposal ZKFG 008 offers a 15 cent exit premium for holders outside the supermajority, plus additional $ZINC bonuses for early loyal supporters. Meanwhile, the team is actively conducting buybacks and melting tokens to permanently reduce supply. This experience taught the founder one crucial lesson: in the crypto world, execution speed and resilience against governance pressure are just as important as a brilliant idea. ZINC is more than just a mining protocol it is living proof that with strong vision and commitment to the community, a project can rise, evolve, and keep letting that zinc in.

sanzjago · 1234· 4mo ago · neutral0

“Privacy staking with a buyback model concept works, sustainability TBD”ZINC uses Arcium's confidential compute to keep staking positions private, with fees split between buyback-burn and a prize pool. Mechanically interesting and the launch metrics are hard to ignore. Main concern is token utility it's not clearly explained what long-term demand for the token looks like beyond the initial farming phase.

Glafira Firana · 1204· 4mo ago · neutral0

“A Project I Lost Faith In”I followed the project for a while and initially had a positive impression. However, as things developed, I gradually lost faith in it. The project no longer felt aligned with what I look for in Web3 and I became increasingly uncertain about its future. In the end, I decided it wasn't a project I wanted to continue supporting. This review reflects my personal experience and perspective.

Susmita · 1280· 4mo ago · neutral0

“just testing it for now”im testing this zinc project now because solana eco is huge but honestly it looks very risky. 30 second rounds are too fast for me and it feels a bit like gambling. but design looks fine and it works without lag on arcium. as zet said in his review its very easy to lose all money here if you dont control your sol, so im very careful. will see how it goes later and if they can deliver normal mvp or not. for now its just neutral from me.

mentukkevin❤️$WELLTabi 🟧꧁IP꧂🫎 · 1180· 4mo ago · neutral0

“Cautiously curious”The tech premise is solid confidential compute for staking positions via MPC. Early traction is real. The heavy KOL marketing raises questions about whether the product needs to speak for itself yet. Not running away, not going all in.

Viktor Bobur · 1140· 4mo ago · neutral0

“Not a Good Experience for Me”I discovered this project through the community and decided to give it a chance. At first, I was optimistic and genuinely interested in what the team was trying to build. Over time, however, my confidence started to fade. The project didn't live up to the expectations I had when I first got involved, and I ended up feeling disappointed with the experience. Everyone has their own perspective, but for me, it was not a project that delivered the value I had hoped for.

Arminrume🐉 · 1217· 4mo ago · neutral0

“DisapDisappointed With My Experiencepointed With My Experience”I became interested in the project after hearing about it from the community and decided to spend some time following its progress. Unfortunately, my experience did not meet the expectations I had at the beginning. Over time, I lost confidence in the project and felt disappointed with the overall direction it was taking. This is simply my personal opinion, but it ended up being one of the projects I regret spending time and money on.

𝐁𝐞𝐣𝐨𝐲 ⟡ · 1236· 4mo ago · neutral0

“Pretty Wrapper, Nothing Inside”Zinc knows how to nail a first impression. Privacy + Solana + PoW sounds like a recipe for something meaningful, which is exactly why the project lands so easily on everyone's watchlist — including mine. Then I started digging. The first thing that stands out: the marketing budget clearly outweighs the technical one. When KOLs are shilling at conveyor-belt pace, that's not a signal of a strong product — it's a signal that the product can't sell itself. Good technology spreads differently. Second — the token utility question just hangs there, unanswered. I went through the docs more than once and never found a convincing reason why anyone outside the miner base would actually want or need $ZINC. The buyback mechanic holds the price as long as new participants keep flowing in. That's not a sustainable model — that's a wind-up clock. Third — the story around scrubbing ZKFG funding mentions doesn't just raise a flag, it reframes everything else. Transparency either exists from day one or it doesn't exist at all. You don't get to quietly rewrite your own history and call it building in public. The concept isn't bad. But there's a canyon between "interesting idea" and "functioning protocol," and Zinc hasn't crossed it yet. Watching from the sidelines. No allocation.

a2000.base.eth · 1163· 4mo ago · neutral0

“Revolutionizing Private Mining on Solana”ZINC delivers a seamless and innovative proof-of-work mining experience on Solona, combining privacy with exciting mechanics like Bonanzas and Stockpiles that keep the community engaged and rewarded.

Muhtasim Muiz · 1378· 4mo ago0

“Too Early to Judge”ZINC has managed to attract attention with its mix of private mining mechanics and gamified participation on Solana, and the early activity shows there’s real curiosity around the model. At the same time, I think it’s still too early to judge its long term value. Metrics and engagement look interesting, but sustainability, token utility and how the ecosystem evolves will matter more than initial momentum. For now, I see it as a project worth watching rather than making strong conclusions on.

Borsch · 1372· 4mo ago · neutral0

“Functional but deeply flawed”ZINC has handled its governance and investor relations extremely poorly. The ongoing drama with MetaDAO regarding redemptions and the treatment of early backers versus large holders has created significant distrust. It comes across as sloppy and potentially extractive toward certain groups of holders. Technically functional, but the execution on the business and community side is weak.

Ravi · 1341· 4mo ago · neutral0

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