George Town, Cayman Islands
Decentralized applications must match the sophistication of traditional software while upholding crypto's core principles: decentralization, transparency, and security. However, the absence of efficient tools to store, query, and compute blockchain data has historically limited onchain apps. Space and Time emerged to solve this critical challenge—providing a decentralized database capable of powering complex applications without compromising trustlessness.
As Space and Time approaches pivotal milestones, we proudly introduce the Space and Time Foundation, a steward for ecosystem growth, research, and community-driven innovation. This initiative aims to empower developers leveraging zero-knowledge (ZK)-proven data to build the next wave of crypto applications.
About the Space and Time Foundation
The Foundation marks a strategic evolution in Space and Time's journey—shifting governance from a corporate structure to an independent entity dedicated to long-term network decentralization. Established in late 2024, its mission focuses on:
- Network Sustainability: Collaborate with developers, node operators, and stakeholders to ensure robust infrastructure.
- Research & Adoption: Advance ZK-proof technologies and drive global adoption of Space and Time.
- Ecosystem Frameworks: Develop legal and operational standards to support multi-jurisdictional growth.
The Foundation ensures that core technology—originally developed by Space and Time Labs (now MakeInfinite Labs)—is governed by a global community of innovators.
The Role of MakeInfinite Labs
MakeInfinite Labs, the successor to Space and Time Labs, continues to pioneer breakthroughs in ZK-proven data:
- Invented the sub-second ZK coprocessor for SQL (Proof of SQL).
- Deployed a high-performance database enabling verifiable query computation for smart contracts.
- Built foundational infrastructure for the Space and Time blockchain.
Under CEO Nate Holiday’s leadership, MakeInfinite Labs remains committed to ZK research, enterprise integrations, and application-layer development. Follow their work at makeinfinite.com.
Foundation Leadership
Key transitions from MakeInfinite Labs to the Foundation include:
- Scott Dykstra (Contributor #001): Leads engineering, research, and developer relations, bridging Labs’ legacy with the Foundation’s future.
- Catherine Daly (CMO): Oversees ecosystem growth, expanding community initiatives and marketing strategies.
An independent Board of Directors governs the Foundation’s strategic direction, ensuring neutrality and fostering ecosystem participation. Additional roles will be announced soon.
Upcoming Initiatives
The Foundation prioritizes ZK-proof adoption through:
- Developer Grants & Hackathons: Fund projects leveraging ZK-proven data.
- Research Advancements: Support cutting-edge ZK applications in AI and enterprise systems.
- Transparent Governance: Gradually decentralize decision-making to the community.
👉 Explore how ZK proofs revolutionize computation
FAQ
Q1: What is ZK-proven data?
A1: Zero-knowledge proofs validate data accuracy without revealing underlying information, ensuring privacy and trust in decentralized systems.
Q2: How can developers engage with the Foundation?
A2: Apply for grants, join hackathons, or contribute to research. Follow updates on X.
Q3: What makes Space and Time unique?
A3: It combines SQL querying with ZK proofs, enabling smart contracts to securely compute over offchain data.
Join the Movement
Calling all developers, researchers, and community builders! Together, we’ll unlock crypto’s potential with ZK-proven data. Stay tuned for grant details and partnership opportunities.
👉 Join the Space and Time community today
### **Keywords**:
- Zero-knowledge proofs (ZK)
- Space and Time Foundation
- Decentralized database
- ZK-proven data
- MakeInfinite Labs
- Crypto applications
- Proof of SQL