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# Key Features and Benefits

1. #### **Asset Wrapping(Zipping) and Unwrapping(Unzipping)**

   Zipper provides a seamless process to convert external assets (e.g., ETH, USDT, Solana, Doge, Litecoin, etc) into Fabric-compatible zAssets. These zAssets can then be used within the Fabric ecosystem, unlocking broader utility and functionality.
2. **On-Chain Vaults**

   All original assets are securely stored in decentralized on-chain vaults. This ensures full transparency, traceability, and confidence in the safety of user funds.
3. **1:1 Minting Model**

   Zipper employs a simple 1:1 minting mechanism. For every external asset deposited into a vault, an equivalent amount of zAssets is issued, maintaining a precise balance and simplifying the user experience.
4. **Fabric-Compatible zAssets**\
   zAssets issued by Zipper are fully interoperable within the Fabric ecosystem, allowing users to engage with decentralized applications (dApps) and protocols built on Fabric.