Zenith
Test Solidity applications on a Canton-based EVM network.
Zenith’s public EVM testnet lets developers deploy Solidity applications using Ethereum tools. It runs on a Zenith-operated Canton test network. SVM support is listed as coming soon.
Background
Zenith is building EVM execution and Canton integration. The currently documented public environment is its EVM testnet, not a production mainnet release.
Key Benefits
- Deploy and test Solidity contracts.
- Use standard Ethereum development tools.
- Inspect linked EVM and Canton transactions.
Why Canton
Zenith operates a separate Canton test network with its own synchronizer. It is not Canton’s official DevNet, TestNet or Global Synchronizer.
What Makes It Unique
The testnet connects EVM execution with Canton workflows. Its explorer links EVM transactions to corresponding Canton updates.
What's Included
EVM testnet
Zenith provides a public EVM testnet connected with its Canton development work. Developers can use the published documentation to deploy and test supported EVM applications.
Integrations
Announced testnet integrations, including oracle work, should be described in the testnet context. Association membership is separate from a production tokenization deployment.
SVM and production access
The website marks SVM support as coming soon. No production mainnet date or guaranteed testnet reward is stated here.
Official Resources
Looking Ahead
The website lists SVM support as coming soon. No mainnet launch date is asserted here; check official announcements for production availability.
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Official website and testnet documentation reviewed 5 October 2026: https://zenith.network/ ; https://docs.zenith.network/zenith-testnet