Cypherpunk Technologies Inc. has appointed Zooko Wilcox, the founder of Zcash and former CEO of the Electric Coin Company, as a Strategic Advisor. This announcement, made on December 9, 2025, positions Wilcox to leverage his extensive expertise in cryptography and digital asset governance to guide Cypherpunk’s future initiatives in privacy-preserving technologies.
Wilcox, who currently serves as the Chief Product Officer of Shielded Labs, has a notable history of innovation in decentralized systems. His leadership at the Electric Coin Company helped launch and maintain the Zcash protocol, which is recognized for its focus on user privacy.
Strategic Vision for Privacy
In his new role, Wilcox will provide insights into the development of self-sovereign digital systems, enhancing Cypherpunk’s commitment to advancing privacy and freedom. He emphasized the importance of user-controlled privacy, stating, “Cypherpunk’s commitment to ZEC is a clear signal that user-controlled privacy is not a niche; it’s a fundamental building block of a healthy and stable society. Cypherpunk is not just buying a digital asset; they are investing in the very principle of economic freedom that Zcash was built for.”
Will McEvoy, Chief Investment Officer of Cypherpunk, expressed confidence in Wilcox’s contributions, saying, “As the founder of Zcash, Zooko intimately understands both the technical foundations and the philosophy behind privacy-preserving technology. His guidance will be invaluable as Cypherpunk grows its Zcash treasury and supports new privacy innovations that strengthen freedom and individual sovereignty.”
Cypherpunk aims to establish itself as a leader in the privacy sector. As digital interactions increase, the demand for privacy-enhancing technologies is expected to grow. The company sees this as not only a generational mission but also a significant opportunity to champion the fundamental rights associated with privacy.
About Cypherpunk Technologies
Originally known as Leap Therapeutics, Inc., Cypherpunk is working on a dual strategy that includes the development of novel cancer therapies alongside a digital asset treasury focused on Zcash. Following a private placement of $58.88 million led by Winklevoss Capital, the company is focused on creating long-term shareholder value through its acquisitions and investments in Zcash.
Cypherpunk’s mission underscores the belief that privacy is essential for freedom of speech, thought, and association. Without privacy, these freedoms can exist only theoretically, lacking the practical ability to be exercised. As articulated by the company, privacy is the “silent precondition of freedom.”
For further details about Cypherpunk Technologies, interested parties can visit their official websites at cypherpunk.com and leaptx.com. The company also encourages stakeholders to follow its announcements through various channels, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings and social media platforms.
As Cypherpunk moves forward with its plans, the appointment of Zooko Wilcox signals a significant step in bolstering its strategic direction in the evolving landscape of digital privacy.
