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Aleph Zero is a peer-reviewed DAG-based platform that’s scalable, private, and developer-friendly.
Aleph Zero is a Proof-of-Stake public blockchain with private smart contracts built from the first principles. We combined an original consensus protocol with a privacy framework based on Zero-knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) and secure Multi-Party Computation (sMPC) with the Substrate stack.
Aleph Zero’s peer-reviewed consensus protocol (AlephBFT) achieved 89,600 tx/s with a 416 ms confirmation time in a decentralized test setting of 112 AWS nodes spread across five continents.
Aleph Zero is the first decentralized Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG)-based platform with a large, rotating, random committee.
Liminal, Aleph Zero’s original privacy framework, is based not only on ZK-SNARKs but also takes advantage of Secure Multi-Party Computation concepts.
Simple value transfers are, and always will be, extremely cheap.
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The Aleph Zero Consensus Protocol has been officially peer-reviewed and accepted for publication in the conference proceedings of Advances in Financial Technology 2019.
Common is the first product we’re building on top of Aleph Zero. It’s a Decentralized Exchange and a Decentralized Dark Pool.
Easily sync your application to the Aleph Zero’s ledger.
Application Programming Interface (API) hooks that allow for a seamless integration into InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) as well as proprietary data solutions.
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We trust that enterprises and SMBs can greatly benefit from a public, peer-reviewed platform with private transactions. Aleph Zero will also be capable of synchronizing with other blockchains and running smart contracts—and its privacy framework can be used on all the major chains. Moreover, the team is working on a truly trustless universal wallet called Common
An original, peer-reviewed, DAG-based consensus protocol
Decentralized file storage / IPFS
Scalable, self-executing, private smart contracts
Decentralized Exchange (DEX) and a Decentralized Dark Pool
Multichain privacy layer usable across all networks that bridge to Aleph Zero
AlephBFT is integrated with the Substrate stack to ensure wider adoption and premier user experience
Information bridge between the external world and the Aleph Zero ecosystem
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Business models based on selling user data are the foundation of Web 2.0. While there are some obvious benefits—especially conveniece—that the users receive in return, we believe this approach needs to evolve. Your digital identity should be under your control.
Aleph Zero privacy framework is built using ZK-SNARKs and sMPC.
Distributed Ledger Technologies are considered immune to most attacks thanks to their decentralization. But in many cases, they don’t provide theoretical security guarantees which makes them less practical to use long-term.
Aleph Zero provides both practical, and maximum theoretical security guarantees (aBFT).
As known research points, there is a trade-off between security and speed in every blockchain. When operating on a high scale, to maintain security, most blockchains are bound to low transaction speeds.
Aleph Zero is both secure and fast when operating on a large scale.
Blockchains that are based on Proof-of-Work protocols are highly inefficient at scale. Mining requires high computing power which contributes to high energy consumption needed to run the network
Aleph Zero is mining-free.
The point of Proof-of-Work protocol is to slow the network down. Many blockchains, in order to improve speed and scalability, are sacrificing their decentralization and security. You either send your assets securely, or deal with various compromises.
Aleph Zero performs transactions in seconds while ensuring their safety.
Aleph Zero aims at solving the blockchain trillema while ensuring that the developers can focus on innovation without being limited by the technology stack.
Our team continues to grow and now consists of over 30 employees, including 5 math and computer science PhD’s. The list of our previous accomplishments includes ACM ICPC World Finals, first prize in International Mathematics Competition, and Simons-Berkeley Research Fellowship.
Business experience: IBM, ABB, Stellar, Codewise, Capgemini, ING Bank, Admind Agency, TIBCO Software, Google, Uber, and Riverbed Technology.
Earned a Ph.D. in Mathematics in the field of Numerical Algebraic Geometry from Colorado State University. A Simons-Berkeley Fellow and also an IBM Center of Excellence Fellow in High Performance Computing at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Has been actively involved in the DLT space since 2014. Has provided consultation to numerous projects related to security and consensus models, cryptographic schemes, as well as applying sound business and technological models for projects in the DLT space.
Received Ph.D. in mathematics for his work on applications of probabilistic method in combinatorics. During his doctoral studies, he was a beneficent of a SET project for interdisciplinary research and SSDNM fellowship for mathematical sciences. While his main domain is combinatorics, he is open to new technologies and has 4 years of experience in data science and machine learning applied in neuroscience research. He has been working as a freelance consultant in various areas spanning from mathematical modeling to deep learning.
Technology marketer with 10 years of professional experience. Involved in various public relations and marketing projects for ING, Samsung, Sony, Olympus, and Nikon. Antoni gained experience at the Corporate Communications department of ABB in Zurich while employed at Admind Agency, the largest Polish branding firm. Before joining In’saneLab as VP of Marketing, he worked as an inbound marketer for Brand24 and Codewise, the 2nd-fastest growing company in Europe according to The Financial Times. Member of American Marketing Association. At Aleph Zero, he combines the roles of COO and CMO, as well as takes care of the organizational culture.
Received Ph. D. in Pure Mathematics for his work in the field of Infinite-Dimensional Geometry of Banach spaces and a Bachelor of Computer Science—both at Jagiellonian University in Krakow. Has been focused on applying his skills in new technologies such as Deep Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, and Neuroscience. Now, he is fully focused on Distributed Ledger Technologies that combine Mathematics and Computer Science in a new way. Fascinated by the vast possibilities and potential impact of this emerging field.
A Swiss national with 10+ years spent working with firms such as Credit Suisse, LeasePlan, Steiner AG, and Calltrade among others. He is an experienced C-level executive with finance and economics expertise, fintech and DLT included. Helps to establish a long-term asset management and investment plan for Aleph Zero.
Obtained a double major Master’s degree in Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Wrocław. Recently defended his Ph.D. thesis in Computer Science at École Polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). The main topics in his research are discrete optimization problems and convex programming. For more than 15 years Damian has been active in the competitive programming scene. In 2013 and 2014 advanced to ACM ICPC World Finals — the World’s most prestigious programming competition — first as a participant and then as a team coach. Involved in organization of several large programming competitions.
Graduated from Jagiellonian University in Krakow with MSc in Theoretical Computer Science and BSc in Theoretical Chemistry. Worked as a researcher at several European universities (Jagiellonian University, VU University Amsterdam, Leipzig University) investigating a wide array of topics: category theory, formal languages theory, graph theory, computational quantum physics, and quantum molecular modeling. Over the last few years, he has been involved in the design and development of commercial software for high performance scientific computing.
Graduated from Jagiellonian University in Krakow with MSc in Theoretical Mathematics. A Ph.D. candidate in Machine Learning. Holds a heavy interest in technology-based drug design. Thinks that the emerging technologies—especially Machine Learning and Distributed Ledger Technologies—will influence the society the most in the near future.
Achieved an MSc in mathematics and a BSc in computer science at Jagiellonian University in Kraków. Fascinated by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and formal reasoning. Jumped at a chance to work with modern and innovative technologies at Aleph to hone his mathematics and programming skills.
Graduated from Jagiellonian University in Kraków with MSc in Computer Science. Currently, a Ph.D. candidate in Theoretical Computer Science in the field of computational logic and asymptotic properties of lambda calculus. Worked both as a software engineer and researcher at several big IT companies like IBM, ABB, and SolarWinds. Interest in Distributed Ledger Technologies emerged as a result of recent research in the field of the distributed consensus and thanks to the teaching of t he Distributed Systems class at the Jagiellonian University.
Marketing expert based in Poland, with over 15 years’ experience in design and nearly 10 years’ experience in creative direction and team management roles. During his career he overseen integrated marketing campaigns across emerging channels (print, digital, social media) and was leading rebranding and design efforts for large-scale, corporate identity systems. Most recently Creative Marketing Director at Codewise – provider of AI-powered online ad measurement and management solutions for digital marketers.
With five years of experience in international retail management space, Paula is used to taming chaos and ensuring peace of mind for the team members. Handling most office-related challenges, she’s a key element of our passionate organization. Paula holds a Master’s Degree in Institutional Consulting and Business Coaching from the University of Silesia
Business Advisor APAC for the Prysm Group, a New York and Singapore-based economic consulting firm led by Harvard Ph.D. economists specialized in distributed ledger and blockchain technology. Taking a first-principles approach, Prysm Group uses the tools of contract theory, game theory, market design, social choice theory, and monetary economics to design customized solutions for distributed ledger technology and blockchain-based projects. Prysm Group’s areas of expertise include consortium governance, consensus governance, token economics, incentive design, and market structure. Prysm Group counts among its Senior Advisors former Chief Economist at Microsoft Dr. Preston McAfee and Nobel Prize winning Harvard economist Prof. Oliver Hart; the firm’s research has been presented at DARPA, Federal Reserve, IBM, Microsoft, Pantera Capital, Polychain Capital, a16z, Union Square Ventures, Hashed, Harvard, MIT, NBER, USC, Stanford, and more.
Max has 8 years of financial planning and analysis experience at various Tech companies in Silicon Valley. He has managed $800M+ in revenue and 500+ HC budgets while working closely with all levels of the organization. He is an extroverted finance professional that is passionate about technology and its positive impact on people’s lives. Max’s primary involvement is with 0x (an open protocol that enables the peer-to-peer exchange of assets on the Ethereum blockchain) where he serves as the Head of Finance. At Aleph Zero, Max is assisting us with determining high-level market trends.
Obtained Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Master’s degree in Computer Science. Currently pursuing PhD in Computer Science at Jagiellonian University in Kraków. His research focuses on graph theory and partially ordered sets. Finalist of the prestigious ACM ICPC programming competition in 2015.
Kirby has a deep passion for global and macro markets, investing and trading, cryptocurrencies, as well as building passionate communities. Since 2018, Kirby has worked with over 20 cryptocurrency projects, such as Fantom, Celer Network, Algorand, and Energi. Kirby was also the Head of Community at a Singaporean VC and a Community & Growth Manager at hype.partners, a full-service CDA for blockchain companies. At Aleph Zero, he’s acting as a Community Lead, helping the team to serve their communities on a variety of platforms.
Over his 7 years in IT, he gathered both deep technical experience and insight into what makes successful teams. He started working as a web developer, while studying Computer Science at Gdańsk University of Technology. He also tried his luck in co-funding a marketplace startup, and worked in the fintech industry for Simcorp. Always striving to improve, and multiply his impact, he realized that the individual excellence can be amplified or entirely blocked by the environment of the team and the organization.
As a Scrum Master, he focuses on creating a learning organization, where business and technology are working together toward common goals.
Alex Bączkowski is a professional copywriter with an interest in innovative technologies and the arts. His broad resume includes work in film, music, and content production. He now works with Aleph Zero.
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Alex has focused on crypto and crypto-based startups for the last 6+ years. He’s passionate about the way that blockchain can impact the world as a whole and change the way people think of value and its transfer. A former crypto-fiat exchange executive, Alex has years of management and operations experience and has helped companies navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. He has worked as a blockchain consultant for one of the largest FMCG companies in Europe, led various projects through obtaining regulatory licenses in the crypto space, and has been an active advisor and investor in numerous crypto and FinTech projects. Most recently he has advised successful companies such as Gamerhash and Aleph Zero. Passionate about DeFi, Bitcoin, NFTs, decentralization, open-source projects, individual sovereignty, and the New Orleans Saints.
Filip has majored in Applied Mathematics, afterward, he earned his Ph.D. in Bioinformatics from the University of Leuven, Belgium for his work on applying Bayesian statistics and MCMC numerical methods to model the spread of viral pathogens. Since leaving academia Filip worked as a freelance software engineer, designing and building computer systems and programs in various applications and for different industries. He has co-authored software for geo-awareness, co-developed a high-performance library for highly parallel processors, worked on mobile and blockchain applications as well as systems for navigation and map-data solutions, healthcare, and insurance. Then he felt to a barrel of nuclear waste gaining superhuman abilities.
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Github: https://github.com/fbielejec
Blog: https://www.blog.nodrama.io/
Michael Guzik initiated, built up, and headed Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) blockchain practice in Switzerland for over three years. Afterward, he joined Lykke as a Primary Markets Lead where he pioneered security token and utility token concepts. He also served as a partner with Blockchain Valley Ventures in order to build a new regulated primary and secondary market using smart contracts. He also acted as a Senior Advisor for SIX Digital Exchange.
Michael brings significant experience in both the Financial as well as the Consumer Goods industries with a particular focus on regulated DeFi applications and Non-Fungible Tokens for the Consumer Goods Market.
Over time, Michael led key ICOs and STOs and pioneered the foundations of digital assets. Nowadays, Michael is a co-founder of KORE Technologies which team offers institutional-grade blockchain infrastructure to corporations—from building, integrating, to hosting trust-critical systems. Partners of KORE include IBM, Phoenix Systems, and Securosys.
Michael also invested in Aleph Zero through his investment fund, Dcrypted.
Kazimierz is a Ph.D. Computer Science and an Assistant Professor at AGH University. He spent last four years of his professional career working at Prescient Co., where he was responsible for system design and architecture as Director of Software Development.
Magda obtained a Master’s Degree in Graphic Design from Jan Matejko Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow. She has also spent some time at the Glasgow School of Art and did a postgraduate program in Information Architecture and Usability. Professionally she has been involved as a Graphic Designer and Senior Mobile UX/UI Designer with a background in Visual Art.
Earned her double major in cryptography and customer service at the Isaac Asimov University for Gifted Bots. For 10 years she worked at the Weyland Corporation before moving to Aleph Zero. At Aleph Zero she provides state-of-the-art customer service, answering all of the difficult questions fired her way. For a short while, she was involved in a romantic relationship with HAL 9000. She spends her free time raising electric sheep.
Roza’s life and passion are HR, recruitment, and leadership. She has co-built successful startups and tech companies, which were sold to giants or are now listed on stock exchange markets. Roza is leading HR Hints—the first HR boutique for startups and rapidly growing tech companies. Roza received the “HR Pearl” prize and the title of “Recruiter of the Year” for 2018. She and her teams hired over 550 people so far and helped 20+ founders and managers to lead better.
Katarzyna obtained a Master’s Degree in law from Jagiellonian University. She’s a Deloitte-certified brainiac who’s brilliant with our talent sourcing and negotiations. Katarzyna is working with HR Hints.
Julia obtained an M.A. in International Marketing form Lodz University, and also studied Communication at Freie Universitat Berlin. She has been working as a Lead of Social Operations Response Specialist at Uber, where she coordinated community support across all social channels. Julia has been also engaged as a Senior Web Product Implementation Specialist for Google; her daily duties included implementation and technical support for Google Ads, Google Analytics, Google Merchant Center, and Google Tag Manager.
Marcin Radecki finds satisfaction in solving any problem that requires analytical thinking, solid Computer Science, and algorithms background. Marcin has seven years of professional experience in C++. He’s been working at Nokia, Sabre Corporation, as well as IG Poland. Marcin obtained a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Jagiellonian University in Krakow.
Artem is an experience full-stack developer and DevOps engineer. He worked on several blockchain and non-blockchain products in the past at companies like Xored Software, Azoft, and IronChain. At Aleph Zero, Artem is responsible for working on the Amazon Web Services infrastructure and setting up tools and processes for monitoring the network performance.
Bartosz is an experienced, AWS-certified DevOps and Cloud Engineer with several years of experience. Bartosz is a part of 10Clouds, one of the most recognizable Polish fintech software houses.
With over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, Mateusz Pęczkowski holds the fort as Aleph Zero’s full-stack developer. He loves a good challenge and makes sure that his job and private life are as engaging as possible. He loves sports, especially volleyball and snowboarding, but prefers playing sports himself over watching someone else play. His life quote is: “Live as you wish, not as someone expects you to.”
In addition to holding a Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English, Maciej also speaks German. These are, however, only two of the many languages you’ll see him using on a daily basis. As a Bachelor and Master of Science at the Warsaw School of Economics, he worked on quantitative methods in economics and information systems before starting his Ph.D. in computer science at the Warsaw University of Technology. Professionally, Maciej has been involved with Citi Bank and engaged with Sunshine Profits, reaching the position of Senior Quantitive Analyst. Afterwards, Maciej joined DaftMobile where he designed and implemented predictive models and algorithms for matchmaking in online mobile games. Most recently, Maciej has been spending his time as Senior Data Scientist at Yosh.AI, a company creating personalised AI voice and text assistants, where he’s been researching recommendation systems with focus on deep learning.
Piotr is a Krakow-based computer science expert. He obtained his B.Sc. from AGH University of Science and Technology followed by a Master’s degree. Immediately thereafter, Piotr started to pursue his Ph.D. in computer science at his alma mater. At the same time, Piotr has been actively developing his professional career: initially as a computer science teacher for International Baccalaureate exam students, then as an intern in Google, and then as a Haskell and C++ Developer at Flowbox. Furthermore, Piotr has been involved with Spring (now ShopRunner) and Luna. Most recently, he served as a Technical Director for Clientshare in London and as a Lead Developer at ucreate, a venture-building business that helped to launch 25 companies in the last five years. In addition to all of the above, Piotr is also an avid musician who plays contrabass. Piotr speaks fluent English.
