Connect to Taiko, the Type 1 zkEVM achieving perfect Ethereum equivalence. Experience zero-knowledge rollup security with no code changes required from Ethereum.
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Taiko is a Type 1 zkEVM (zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine), achieving true Ethereum equivalence — the highest form of EVM compatibility. Unlike other zkEVMs that modify the EVM for performance, Taiko proves Ethereum blocks directly, meaning any Ethereum application works on Taiko without any code changes. This 'based rollup' approach prioritizes decentralization and security through Ethereum's own validators.
https://rpc.crypto-chief.com/taiko/{YOUR_API_KEY}
wss://rpc.crypto-chief.com/taiko/ws/{YOUR_API_KEY}
Replace {YOUR_API_KEY} with your actual API key from the dashboard.
Access Type 1 zkEVM infrastructure
A Taiko RPC node provides applications with access to the most Ethereum-equivalent zkEVM, where literally any Ethereum application works without modification. Taiko's Type 1 zkEVM proves Ethereum blocks directly using zero-knowledge proofs, combining Ethereum's security and developer experience with L2 scalability.
There are different types of zkEVMs, ranked by Ethereum equivalence. Type 1 is the highest — it proves Ethereum blocks exactly as they are, with no modifications. This means Taiko is literally Ethereum, just proven with zero-knowledge proofs for scalability. Unlike Type 2-4 zkEVMs that make tradeoffs for performance, Taiko prioritizes perfect compatibility.
Taiko advantages:
Taiko is a based rollup (also called L1-sequenced rollup), meaning Ethereum's own validators order Taiko transactions — not a separate sequencer. This eliminates centralization risks and MEV capture by rollup operators, making Taiko the most decentralized L2 design.
How based rollups work:
Taiko uses multiple proof systems simultaneously for defense in depth. If a bug is found in one proof system, others provide backup security. This multi-proof approach represents the highest security standard in zkEVM design.
Combined with based rollup sequencing, Taiko achieves unprecedented decentralization and security — though with tradeoffs in transaction speed compared to centralized sequencer designs.
Quick start for developers
Taiko supports ALL Ethereum JSON-RPC methods with perfect equivalence:
const { ethers } = require('ethers');
const provider = new ethers.JsonRpcProvider('https://rpc.crypto-chief.com/taiko/YOUR_API_KEY');
// Verify we're on Taiko
const network = await provider.getNetwork();
console.log('Chain ID:', network.chainId); // 167000
// Get ETH balance (Taiko uses ETH as gas token)
const balance = await provider.getBalance('0x...');
console.log('ETH on Taiko:', ethers.formatEther(balance));
// Deploy any Ethereum contract — no changes needed!
const factory = new ethers.ContractFactory(abi, bytecode, wallet);
const contract = await factory.deploy();
await contract.waitForDeployment();
console.log('Contract deployed:', await contract.getAddress());
// Type 1 zkEVM means EVERYTHING works exactly like Ethereumfrom web3 import Web3
w3 = Web3(Web3.HTTPProvider('https://rpc.crypto-chief.com/taiko/YOUR_API_KEY'))
print('Connected to Taiko:', w3.is_connected())
print('Chain ID:', w3.eth.chain_id) # 167000
print('Latest block:', w3.eth.block_number)
print('Gas price:', w3.eth.gas_price)
# Literally any Ethereum code works on Taiko
balance = w3.eth.get_balance('0x...')
print(f'ETH: {balance / 1e18}')const { ethers } = require('ethers');
const provider = new ethers.WebSocketProvider('wss://rpc.crypto-chief.com/taiko/ws/YOUR_API_KEY');
// Monitor new blocks
provider.on('block', async (blockNumber) => {
const block = await provider.getBlock(blockNumber);
console.log(`Taiko block ${blockNumber}: ${block.transactions.length} txs`);
});
// Monitor any Ethereum event — Type 1 compatibility
const USDC = '0x...';
const filter = {
address: USDC,
topics: [ethers.id('Transfer(address,address,uint256)')]
};
provider.on(filter, (log) => {
console.log('USDC transfer on Taiko:', log);
});Type 1 zkEVM infrastructure
Infrastructure supporting true Ethereum equivalence delivering <60ms latency for Type 1 zkEVM operations.
Enterprise infrastructure supporting multiple proof systems with 99.9% uptime and maximum security.
Monitor proof generation, based rollup activity, Ethereum finality, and decentralized sequencing metrics.
Strategically deployed nodes ensuring optimal performance for Type 1 zkEVM verification.
Infrastructure scales with zero-knowledge proof generation handling growing Taiko adoption.
24/7 support from engineers specialized in Type 1 zkEVM, zero-knowledge proofs, and based rollups.
Build with perfect Ethereum equivalence
Taiko's Type 1 zkEVM enables any Ethereum application to scale without code changes, making it ideal for projects prioritizing security and compatibility.
Migrate existing Ethereum dApps to Taiko with zero code changes. Perfect equivalence means instant compatibility.
Build applications where maximum security is paramount. Taiko's multi-proof based rollup provides highest security standard.
Deploy DeFi protocols requiring Ethereum-level security with L2 economics. Type 1 equivalence ensures no compatibility issues.
Build development tools and infrastructure for Taiko. Type 1 means all Ethereum tooling works perfectly.
Create applications leveraging Taiko's based rollup for transparent, decentralized data availability.
Develop community-driven applications aligned with Taiko's decentralization and open-source ethos.
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