Dero is developing a Proof-of-Work (PoW) blockchain with a DAG block structure. Their goal is to enable anonymous and fast transactions, with a high degree of encryption. The platform will also have smart contract functionalities.

TokenPay is a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) blockchain powered by the native TPAY coin. TokenPay hopes to encourage wider adoption of its cryptocurrency by focusing on privacy and merchant services that will make it easier for crypto to be widely used as a medium of exchange. TokenPay also places a strong emphasis on security and anonymity. The network's architecture uses zero-knowledge proofs, ring signatures, and other features to increase privacy. They are also developing an encrypted messaging system that allows users to communicate securely within their network secure communication interface

Horizen, formerly called ZenCash, is a cryptocurrency focused on privacy. Horizen has an end-to-end-encryption system with zero-knowledge technology, that allows for anonymous transactions and messaging.
The company suffered a 51% attack in June, 2018 and has since re-branded as Horizen. Horizen hopes to combine anonymous transactions and messaging with an emphasis on community governance.