Zcash, a prominent privacy-focused cryptocurrency, is set to introduce its latest upgrade, Tachyon, following a series of enhancements that have progressively improved its cryptographic capabilities. The evolution from Sprout to Sapling, then to Halo 2, and now Tachyon, highlights significant advancements in reducing friction and enhancing privacy features. Each upgrade has made the network faster, lighter, and more practical, reflecting the broader trend of innovation in cryptographic technology.