Gate is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2013 offering spot, futures, stocks and earn products for traders who want one multi-asset account.
TVL $5.84B−4.6%Ethereum · Bitcoin · BNB Chain +129
Ecosystem guide
The zkLink ecosystem
The best dApps on zkLink by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 14 projects tracked, 14 reviewed in full.
Full zkLink ranking →- dApps
- 14
- Reviewed
- 14
- TVL tracked
- $5.96B
- Native token
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zkLink is a zero-knowledge rollup network that tries to gather liquidity and users from Ethereum and other Layer 2 chains into a single place. Its main chain, zkLink Nova, is EVM-compatible, so Solidity apps and standard Ethereum wallets generally work with it. Transactions are batched and checked with validity proofs, and the results are settled back to Ethereum and other connected networks.
Our data does not list a native token or a DeFi TVL figure for zkLink, so we avoid quoting either. Gas on zkLink Nova is generally paid in ETH, and fees depend on network conditions and the cost of posting proofs. Check the current fee setup in your wallet before you transact.
The zkLink ecosystem on our site is small and mostly yield-focused. AILayer farm is a staking program tied to a Bitcoin Layer 2, DeSyn Basis Trading is a pool-based yield product, AirPuff targets leveraged points farming, and zkDX is a small derivatives exchange. Multi-chain names such as Gate, Symbiosis, Steer Protocol, LayerBank and iZiSwap also appear because of their broader reach. Many of these carry elevated risk, so review audits and docs before depositing.
zkLink ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 14
- Reviewed
- 14
- Total TVL
- $5.96B
- Avg. score
- 5.8/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Gate$5.84B
- 2
AILayer farm$78.4M
- 3
Steer Protocol$14.9M
- 4
Symbiosis$8.48M
- 5
LayerBank$5.31M
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on zkLink
Symbiosis is a cross-chain swap and bridge protocol routing trades across 50+ networks, including Bitcoin, Solana and TON, for DeFi users and developers.
TVL $8.48M+4.3%Ethereum · TON · Tron +53
Meson is a cross-chain swap protocol for moving stablecoins and major assets between 40+ blockchains using HTLCs and pre-deposited liquidity.
TVL $691K+8.0%Merlin · BSquared · BNB Chain +36
iZiSwap is the multi-chain DEX from iZUMi Finance, using a discretized-liquidity AMM to improve capital efficiency for traders and liquidity providers.
TVL $1.50M−3.2%zkSync Era · Scroll · Zetachain +27
LayerBank, formerly LineaBank, is a permissionless multi-chain money market for lending and borrowing crypto, with about 5.4M USD TVL.
TVL $5.31M−7.9%Robinhood Chain · Rsk · BOB +13
WAGMI is a multi-chain decentralized exchange for swapping tokens and providing liquidity, with strategies aimed at using liquidity more efficiently.
TVL $213K−10.5%Sonic · Metis · Kava +6
By sector
Best zkLink dApps by sector
DeFi on zkLink11
- 1
- 2
iZiSwap6.2
- 3
- 4
WAGMI5.6
- 5
Infrastructure on zkLink3
- 1
- 2
Meson6.5
- 3
Interport Finance5.5
Guides
zkLink guides
Blockchain
Blockchain Examples and How They WorkLearn how blockchains record and verify transactions, how consensus keeps a shared ledger in sync, and how Bitcoin, Ethereum and other networks put the technology to work. See practical examples, key trade-offs and ways to assess whether a blockchain is a good fit.
Blockchain
Blockchain for Data: Uses, Limits and How It WorksBlockchains can create shared records that are difficult to alter, but they are not a general-purpose replacement for databases or file storage. Learn what belongs on-chain, how blockchains connect to outside data, and when the trade-offs make sense.
Blockchain
Casper Network and CSPR: A Practical Guide for 2026Casper Network is a proof-of-stake blockchain, and CSPR is its native token. This guide explains the network’s purpose, how CSPR is used, and what to check before staking or transacting.
Blockchain
Cosmos Network Guide: Chains, IBC and ATOM in 2026Cosmos is an ecosystem of independent blockchains, not one chain that processes every app and token. Learn how the Cosmos Hub, Cosmos SDK and IBC fit together, what ATOM does, and how to assess transfers, staking and risks in 2026.
Blockchain
How the Bitcoin Lightning Network WorksThe Bitcoin Lightning Network moves payments through channels that sit on top of Bitcoin, so most transfers do not need their own blockchain transaction. Learn how channels, routing, fees and liquidity work, and what to consider before using Lightning.
Blockchain
How to Mine Cryptocurrency on Android in 2026Android phones can run mining software, but their limited processing power, battery drain and heat make profitable mining unlikely. Learn how to assess the risks, try a small proof-of-work experiment safely, and spot apps that only simulate mining or sell cloud contracts.
zkLink FAQs
What is zkLink?
zkLink is a multi-chain zero-knowledge rollup network, and its main chain is usually called zkLink Nova. It aims to pool liquidity and users from Ethereum and several Layer 2 networks into one execution environment, so apps built there are not limited to a single chain's users.
Is zkLink EVM-compatible?
zkLink Nova is built to be EVM-compatible, so apps written in Solidity for Ethereum can generally be deployed with few changes. Wallets such as MetaMask can usually connect by adding the network. Check each dApp's own documentation for what it supports.
What token do I need to pay fees on zkLink?
Our data does not list a native token for zkLink, so we don't state one here. Gas on zkLink Nova is generally paid in ETH, but confirm the current fee setup in the official docs or your wallet before transacting.
Which dApps can I find on zkLink?
Our site lists 14 dApps linked to zkLink. Several are multi-chain products with a zkLink deployment, including AILayer farm, DeSyn Basis Trading, AirPuff and zkDX. Others, like Gate, Symbiosis and Steer Protocol, are broader platforms that appear here because of their wider chain coverage.
Are zkLink dApps safe to use?
Not necessarily. The zkLink-linked dApps on our site are mostly small or niche, and some are yield or points-farming products with higher risk. AILayer farm, for example, is flagged as carrying unaudited risk. Read each protocol's audits and docs, and never commit more than you can afford to lose.
Do I need to worry about age or legal limits when using these apps?
Gate is a centralized exchange, so it is not a zkLink app in the strict sense and may involve age, KYC and local-law requirements. Derivatives and leveraged products such as zkDX also carry high risk. You must be 18+ (21+ in some places), and you should check that online trading or gambling-style products are legal where you live before using them.
What is the largest dApp on zkLink by TVL?
Gate is the largest dApp on zkLink by total value locked, with $5.84B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by AILayer farm ($78.4M) and Steer Protocol ($14.9M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on zkLink has the highest DappsAtlas score?
How many dApps are on zkLink?
DappsAtlas tracks 14 dApps on zkLink. Of these, 14 have a full review and 14 report value locked, $5.96B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on zkLink?
Cross Chain Bridge (3), Lending (3) and DEXes (2) are the largest categories on zkLink, by number of projects.
Which dApps on zkLink grew the most this week?
What is the average score for dApps on zkLink?
The 13 rated dApps on zkLink average 5.8 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 2 score below 5.