Zcash Developers Exit ECC to Form New Company, Advancing Privacy Currency Development
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 11 2026- Team Split: The Zcash development team resigned from the Electric Coin Company (ECC) on January 7-8, 2026, due to disputes with the Bootstrap board, leading to a 20% initial drop in ZEC price, although the protocol and network remain operational.
- New Wallet Launch: The new company, led by former ECC CEO Josh Swihart, plans to introduce a new Zcash wallet, aiming to continue the mission of building private money despite market unease over the developers' exit.
- Governance Issues: This split highlights governance challenges between ECC and Bootstrap, with Swihart describing it as
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
