Node Operator Network

Node Operator Network

Overview

The Node Operator Network is the decentralized foundation that powers zkShine’s privacy ecosystem. Each node performs specialized roles from computing proofs to relaying transactions contributing directly to the network’s privacy, reliability, and scalability.

Node Types

Node Type	Function	Reward Source
Compute Node	Generates zk-SNARK/zk-STARK proofs for confidential tasks	Proof verification fees
Relayer Node	Anonymizes and rebroadcasts Solana transactions	Relay service fees
VPN Node	Provides encrypted network access for RPC users	Bandwidth fees
Vault Node	Hosts encrypted zkVault data	Storage allocation rewards

Reward Mechanism

• Nodes earn rewards based on uptime, bandwidth, and task completion.

• zkDAO tracks performance metrics using verifiable ZK attestations.

• Rewards are automatically distributed via smart contracts every epoch.

Governance Integration

All node operators are automatically enrolled in zkDAO governance, giving them voting rights and proposal privileges proportional to their node reputation and stake.

Advantages

• Fully decentralized and self-sustaining infrastructure

• Rewards aligned with network performance

• Transparent verification through ZK proofs

• No central authority or data exposure