Foundry Digital is set to launch an institutional-grade mining pool for Zcash in April 2026, broadening its mining infrastructure beyond Bitcoin.
The new pool is designed for institutional and public company miners, addressing a perceived gap in compliant infrastructure for Zcash mining. Foundry states the pool will mirror the compliance, transparency, and operational framework of its successful Foundry USA Pool, the world's largest Bitcoin mining pool.
Zcash, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency utilizing zero-knowledge proof technology, was established in 2016. While the asset has matured, its mining infrastructure has lagged, according to Foundry CEO Mike Colyer. He emphasized that the Zcash pool will bring the same compliance and operational excellence that has made the Foundry USA Pool a trusted standard.
Zooko Wilcox, founder of Zcash, believes the launch could contribute to Zcash mining decentralization by distributing hashpower and attracting new miners. The Foundry Zcash pool will operate from the United States, featuring compliance-focused infrastructure, transparent payouts, real-time reporting, and dedicated support.
Foundry has established itself as a key infrastructure provider for institutional Bitcoin miners since its 2019 inception, with its USA Pool holding a significant share of global Bitcoin hashrate and adhering to SOC 1 and SOC 2 compliance standards.
ZEC, the Zcash token, saw substantial gains in the last bull market, though it has since experienced a correction. The token was trading near $212, down approximately 5% on the day.