Peter Z.
About Peter Z.
Peter Z. is a Research Fellow at 0x in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in blockchain technology and economics. He holds a PhD in Economics from UCLA and has contributed significantly to the development of stablecoins and proof-of-stake consensus algorithms.
Work at 0x Labs
Peter Z. has been serving as a Research Fellow at 0x Labs since 2018. His role involves conducting in-depth research related to blockchain technologies and their applications. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he contributes to the development of innovative solutions in the blockchain space, particularly focusing on decentralized finance and stablecoin systems.
Education and Expertise
Peter Z. studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics from 2005 to 2010. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his research in blockchain technology and economic systems. His expertise includes proof-of-stake consensus algorithms and the development of blockchain derivative products.
Background
Prior to his current role, Peter Z. worked as a Shorenstein Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University from 2010 to 2011. He also served as a Visiting Researcher at Hitotsubashi University in Tokyo, Japan, in 2010. His diverse experiences in academic institutions have shaped his research focus and methodologies in the field of blockchain.
Achievements in Blockchain Research
Peter Z. proposed systems for blockchain derivative products, which are now recognized as stablecoins, in 2013. His early research laid the groundwork for innovations in this area. Additionally, his proof-of-stake proposals have significantly influenced various blockchain projects, including Peercoin, Nxt, Bitshares, and Decred. Between 2011 and 2013, he developed a series of novel proof-of-stake consensus algorithms as an anonymous hobbyist.
Future Plans in Stablecoin Market
Peter Z. has expressed a strong interest in entering the stablecoin market. He is considering either joining an existing team or launching a new venture. Although he shelved his stablecoin research due to market conditions, he plans to resume this work once the market matures, indicating his commitment to advancing the field.