Blockchain
Zcash grants committee drops plan to redirect 98,000 ZEC to future mining rewards
Publication: CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
Author: Shaurya Malwa
Source published: 04/11/2026, 08:04:04 UTC
Briefing created: 04/11/2026, 08:25:45 UTC
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Briefings
The Zcash Grants Committee withdrew its proposal to redirect 98,000 ZEC to future mining rewards following community backlash. This decision leaves the project facing competing plans to either cut off its funding or preserve the existing grants system. The withdrawal occurred after the community expressed concerns about the proposed changes.
Key points
- The Zcash Grants Committee withdrew its proposal to redirect 98,000 ZEC to future mining rewards after community backlash.
- The project now faces competing plans to either cut off its funding or preserve the existing grants system.
Context
Zcash is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency project where the Grants Committee manages funding for development and research. The committee previously proposed redirecting mining rewards to incentivize future development, but this plan was rejected by the community.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single article from November 2026. No specific dates of the backlash, number of community members, or details of the alternative plans are provided.
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