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Aztec v5 brings private smart contracts to Ethereum in alpha launch
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Fusion42 · 21 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
Aztec has launched the alpha version of its v5 execution layer, enabling private smart contracts on Ethereum through zero-knowledge proofs that verify transactions without exposing sensitive data. The architecture moves private computation to user devices while supporting hybrid public-private state, targeting decentralized finance and enterprise applications.
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If you're building confidential finance or compliance tools on Ethereum, you just got a free privacy layer that doesn't require users to exit the public ecosystem. Client-side execution plus selective disclosure means you can now sell privacy as a feature, not a workaround.
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