Zcash teams propose Ironwood pool to restore supply verification after Orchard flaw (opens original article in a new tab)

Zcash developers propose the Ironwood pool to address a vulnerability in the Orchard protocol, ensuring supply verification and preventing counterfeit ZEC. The upgrade would require funds to pass through a 'turnstile' before entering Ironwood, with activation targeted for late July 2026. The Zcash price dropped following the vulnerability disclosure.

• Zcash developers propose Ironwood pool to address Orchard protocol vulnerability
• Ironwood requires funds to pass through a 'turnstile' for verification before entering the new pool
• Zcash price fell to $303 after vulnerability disclosure, later trading at $429
• Ironwood activation targeted for late July 2026, pending testing and coordination