The Zcash Foundation has unveiled its strategic priorities for 2026, emphasizing advancements in consensus node implementation, signature schemes, and privacy initiatives. A key focus is the implementation of a single consensus node using Zebra, aimed at enhancing performance and completing the NU7 ZIP, while advancing the Z3 tech stack to replace zcashd. Additionally, the Foundation plans to continue developing the FROST threshold signature scheme, with goals to release version 3, finalize ZIP-312, and introduce a Distributed Key Generation (DKG) protocol. The Privacy Aid Initiative (SAI) is also a priority, promoting a "privacy-by-default" digital cash aid model and exploring zero-knowledge proof-based identity solutions to balance compliance, accountability, and privacy protection.