The Zcash Foundation announced its 2026 strategic priorities featuring the Zebra consensus node to enhance performance and complete NU7 ZIP implementation. They plan to advance the FROST threshold signature scheme with the release of v3, ZIP-312 finalization, and integration of distributed key generation protocols. Additionally, the Foundation aims to promote privacy-by-default digital cash aid models and explore zero-knowledge proof-based identity solutions, balancing compliance, accountability, and privacy.