[TPP-5] ZKsync Security Council Bridge Funding
| Title | ZKsync Security Council Bridge Funding Proposal |
|---|---|
| Proposal Type | TPP |
| One Sentence Summary | This proposal requests 10.87m ZK tokens to fund the operations of the ZKsync Security Council for June and July, prior to a revised Security Council funding request being put forward in August. |
| Proposal Author | ZKsync Security Council |
| Proposal Sponsor | Cyfrin |
| Date Created | 7 July 2025 |
| Version | v1.0 |
| Summary of Action | Approve minting rights for 10.87m ZK via a capped minter for the ZKsync Security Council, to cover operational costs for two months. |
| Link to proposal discussion | https://forum.zknation.io/t/tpp-draft-zksync-security-council-bridge-funding/718 |
| Link to contract | ZkSC_July_2025 Capped Minter |
Abstract
This Token Program Proposal (TPP) requests 10.87m ZK tokens to fund the ZKsync Security Council (ZKSC) for two months, supporting its mandate to safeguard the protocol through both emergency and governance actions. During this two month period, the ZKSC will iterate on the existing Security Council parameters, to refine the model ahead of a longer-term funding request in August 2025. A single capped minter will facilitate disbursement, subject to cancellation by the Token Assembly. Accountability will be maintained via a public report at the end of the funding period.
Motivation
The ZKsync Security Council plays a foundational role in maintaining protocol security, continuity, and governance execution. From managing emergency upgrades to approving ZIPs (protocol upgrades) during the Risk Review Period, its responsibilities require high availability, deep technical expertise, and operational rigour. Funding for the first 12-24 months of the ZKSC was bootstrapped by the ZKsync Foundation. As a result of the volatility of the token price, the ZKSC has exhausted all funds and is requesting ZK tokens to provide bridge funding in order to maintain operational responsiveness while the next iteration of the ZKSC is finalised.
Specification
The request for 10,866,500 ZK tokens is detailed below. Calculations are made with a token price of $0.040 to account for token volatility.
Total Budget
| Category | 2-Month Total (USD) | ZK Token Price | ZK Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC Signer Compensation | $382,000 | $0.040 | 9,550,000 |
| Foundation Entity Costs | $40,000 | $0.040 | 1,000,000 |
| Total | $422,000 | 10,550,000 | |
| Rounded Token Request | incl. 3% buffer | 10,866,500 |
SC Signer Compensation is dictated by SLA terms, as set out in the Security Council bylaws which can be viewed from Section 2.1.b. in Schedule 3: ZKsync Security Council of the Governance Procedures.
Capped Minter Structure
| Capped Minter | Admin | Minter Role | Minting Start | Minting End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ZkSC_July_2025 | ZKSC | ZKSC | July 21, 2025 | Sept 30, 2025 |
- The capped minter will authorize up to 10.87M ZK tokens (10,866,500 ZK)
- Any tokens that are not distributed by September 30th will be returned to the ZK supply.
Accountability
- Annual Reports: The ZKSC will publish a report by 30th September annually, or otherwise required by any future governance guidance. The report will summarize:
- Emergency freeze activity
- Governance approvals and delays
- SLA performance per member
- Membership changes or recommendations
- Governance Oversight: The Token Assembly may cancel the capped minter prior to execution. If there is a TPP submitted onchain, the ZKSC will refrain from minting tokens until the related cancellation vote has ended.
Participants
- ZKsync Security Council: Administers funding and contracts for Security Council Members
- Security Council Members: Technical operators responsible for onchain security actions and governance approvals
- Token Assembly: Oversees minting and retains final authority to halt funding
