Zcash CEO Josh Swihart has announced a significant 10x price increase for the privacy-focused cryptocurrency over the past two months, attributing the surge to enhanced interoperability and user experience. Swihart emphasized Zcash's role as a 'privacy layer' for Bitcoin, focusing on shielding transactions through its unique shielded pools. Looking ahead, Swihart outlined Zcash's strategic roadmap, which includes scaling initiatives such as Project Tachyon and expanding interoperability with other blockchain networks. The Zcash ecosystem is experiencing a rise in developer activity and forming new partnerships, notably with Near and hardware wallet providers, to further its adoption and integration.