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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · 14d
Least Authority is now listed as a trusted provider for the Avalanche Security Marketplace on Areta, where we bring our expertise to support developers and builders. areta.market/avalanche

See our Avalanche audit experience here: leastauthority.com?s=Avalanche
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Areta Market connects builders to top-tier auditors through a streamlined quoting and pricing process. Built to cut costs and simplify the process.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · 26d
Our team recently completed a second security audit of Operator AVS and smart contracts for Aligned Layer. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
Aligned Layer - Layer Operator AVS + Smart Contracts (2nd review) - Least Authority
Aligned Layer has requested that Least Authority perform a second security audit of their Operator AVS and smart contracts.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · 28d
Since @zooko2.bsky.social founded Least Authority in 2011, our mission has stayed true: advancing digital autonomy through privacy & cryptography. With 300+ completed audits, we continue to build on that vision for secure, freedom-compatible systems. hackernoon.com/cypherpunks-...
Cypherpunks Write Code: Zooko Wilcox & Zcash | HackerNoon
Zooko Wilcox grew up coding and questioning systems, and that path led him to create the privacy coin Zcash. Let's see more of this story!
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Sep 10
We’re celebrating a milestone: the MoonMath Manual has been downloaded 15,000 times! It’s a free resource for anyone curious about zk-SNARKs. Have you read it yet? We’d love to hear what you think: leastauthority.com/community-ma...
MoonMath Manual - Least Authority
The MoonMath Manual is a resource for anyone interested in understanding and unlocking the potential of zk-SNARKs.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Aug 28
Privacy matters. So does compliance. But can we have both? Yes - we can.

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Balancing Privacy-Enhancing Technologies and Legal Disclosure Obligations - Least Authority
Privacy-enhancing technologies, in particular Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs), can challenge, reinforce, or redefine these disclosure obligations.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Aug 7
Our team recently completed three security audits of Permuto for @chia.net. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
Chia Network - Permuto - Least Authority
Chia Network has requested that Least Authority perform security audits of Permuto.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Aug 5
The MoonMath Manual breaks down the math behind Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Arguments of Knowledge in an approachable, structured way. Whether you're new to ZK or want to deepen your understanding, this free resource is a great place to start. leastauthority.com/community-ma...
MoonMath Manual - Least Authority
The MoonMath Manual is a resource for anyone interested in understanding and unlocking the potential of zk-SNARKs.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jul 23
With 300 completed security audits on the horizon, we're celebrating the journey - 11 years of security consulting shaped by technically challenging reviews, high-impact ecosystems, and projects with global reach. leastauthority.com/blog/turning...
Turning Milestones Into Meaning: The Depth Behind Our Audits - Least Authority
300 audits completed reflects trust and experience, but our priority remains audit quality, not quantity.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jul 18
Our team recently completed a #securityaudit of a core module from walletv.io. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audit-o...
Wallet V Labs - Wallet V - Least Authority
Our team performed a security audit of a core module from Wallet V.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jul 16
We help Web3, blockchain, and FinTech teams build with security-by-design by identifying risks early and strengthening your systems for long-term resilience. Let’s talk about how we can support your next phase: leastauthority.com/security-con...
Security Consulting - Least Authority
Our expert team delivers comprehensive security consulting services. We conduct audits and reviews of cryptographic protocols and distributed system architectures to ensure robust and reliable impleme...
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jul 11
Our CEO Liz Steininger, & Security Researcher Anna Kaplan, joined the SNARK Chocolate podcast team from @ingonyama.com to talk about our roots, how to become a security auditor, privacy-first audits, applied cryptography trends, and the limits of AI in security work. youtu.be/Rw-jRay0nGk?...
#38 | Least Authority: Auditing, Privacy, and Pioneering ZK
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jun 20
Strategic planning is essential for development teams preparing to meet new regulatory requirements. It helps ensure a smooth transition and reduces the risk of business disruption. We’re ready to support your team. Learn more: leastauthority.com/security-con...
Security Through Compliance - Least Authority
Developed for and with Human Rights Organizations (HROs), Destiny is an open source secure file transfer application that does not reveal identities.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jun 12
Our team recently completed a #securityaudit of Joey Wallet key management. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audits/...
Joey Wallet - Least Authority
Our team performed a security audit of the Joey Wallet’s key management, focusing on the proper implementation of key derivation, management, and storage. Our final audit report was completed on June ...
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jun 6
Catch the replay of "From Freedom to Autonomy: How Internet Freedom Principles Can Shape Web3 Privacy."

Liz explores privacy-by-default design, high-risk user needs, and how Internet Freedom values align with Web3. youtu.be/t68fai69wUA?...
Least Authority | From Freedom to Autonomy - Liz Steininger | ETHDam III - 2025
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Jun 4
Building in security-by-design is key to long-term success. We support #web3 #blockchain, and #FinTech teams with #securityconsulting services that address vulnerabilities early and keep your project secure beyond launch. Schedule a call with us today: leastauthority.com/security-con...
Security Consulting - Least Authority
Our expert team delivers comprehensive security consulting services. We conduct audits and reviews of cryptographic protocols and distributed system architectures to ensure robust and reliable impleme...
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · May 21
In our latest post, we explore how the legal concept of privacy differs across global jurisdictions. Understanding these variations is essential for building systems that respect user rights. #DataPrivacy #PrivacyLaw #GlobalCompliance #DigitalRights

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The Right to Privacy in a Global Legal Context - Least Authority
Explore how the right to privacy is defined and enforced around the world, with a focus on global data privacy laws and individual rights.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · May 15
German fintechs: looking to scale in Asia? Join Liz and other experts for a webinar on why Singapore & Hong Kong are the next big launchpads for fintech growth. Insights, strategy, & live Q&A on how to enter and thrive in these competitive markets. hubspot.germanaccelerator.com/en/webinar-s...
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · May 7
Drawing from personal experience working with Internet Freedom projects—many of which predate blockchains or have developed in parallel—Liz will explore how lessons from this movement can inform and strengthen Web3's approach to privacy and user empowerment.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · May 7
This weekend at #ETHDam, CEO Liz Steininger will present "From Freedom to Autonomy: How Internet Freedom Principles Can Shape Web3 Privacy."

📅 May 10
⏰ 10:25–10:55 (CEST)
🎤 Mainstage
🌐 www.ethdam.com/schedule-1/e...
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Zcash Foundation @zfnd.org · May 1
We are pleased to announce the FROST Demo code audit, undertaken during Q1 2025 by @leastauthority.bsky.social (in their role as the Zcash Ecosystem Security Lead), contained no high severity findings. The full report is now available. zfnd.org/frost-demo-a...
FROST Demo Audit: frost-client and frostd
During Q1 2025, Least Authority (in their role as the Zcash Ecosystem Security Lead) undertook an audit of the FROST Demo code, including the frost-client command line tool and frostd server…
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Apr 28
These are interactive oracle proofs of proximity (IOPPs) for Reed-Solomon codes. This initiative supports the growing importance of Formal Verification in Ethereum and zero-knowledge systems, strengthening the foundation for secure and reliable decentralized applications. @ef-esp.bsky.social
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Apr 28
We're excited to share that we've been awarded a grant from the @ethereum.foundation Verified zkEVM program to develop Lean blueprints for two cryptographic protocols: STIR [ACF+25] and WHIR [ACF+24]. leastauthority.com/blog/advanci...
Advancing zkVMs with Formal Verification - Least Authority
We have been awarded a grant from the Ethereum Foundation’s Verified zkEVM program to create a comprehensive Lean blueprint for two cryptographic protocols.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Apr 15
Security works best when it’s part of the design from the beginning. Regular reviews—even after an audit—help keep systems strong as they grow and change. Let’s talk about how our security consulting can support your team’s success. leastauthority.com/security-con... #securityconsulting
Security Consulting - Least Authority
Our expert team delivers comprehensive security consulting services. We conduct audits and reviews of cryptographic protocols and distributed system architectures to ensure robust and reliable impleme...
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Mar 31
Our team recently completed a security audit for the @z.cash cash integration for the Keystone Hardware Wallet. You can read the full report, including our findings, here: leastauthority.com/blog/audits/...
Keystone - Hardware Wallet for Zcash - Least Authority
A security audit of the Keystone Hardware Wallet, which supports Zcash users managing their assets.
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Least Authority @leastauthority.bsky.social · Mar 19
Great to see ZK Podcast referencing the MoonMath Manual as a learning resource. We’re always glad to see our freely available guide supporting education and helping more people learn the foundations of zero-knowledge proofs. zeroknowledge.fm/podcast/352/
Learning ZK with Jeffrey from RareSkills - ZK PODCAST
This week Anna chats with Jeffrey Scholz, founder of RareSkills. They discuss onboarding developers into ZK and dive into RareSkills’ […]
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